AVP: Alien vs. Predator
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: August 13, 2004
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inaneswineNov 14, 2017
I saw Alien vs. Predator a lot of years ago, and I remember it leaving a bit of a non-impression on me. I remembered it as a little dull, and a bit daft. But recently, I went through both film franchises again. I decided that after the stupidI saw Alien vs. Predator a lot of years ago, and I remember it leaving a bit of a non-impression on me. I remembered it as a little dull, and a bit daft. But recently, I went through both film franchises again. I decided that after the stupid Predator 2, the boring Alien 3 and, well, whatever the hell Alien 4 was, AVP couldn't get much worse. Having given it another go, I was thoroughly entertained by it.

There's not much of a story, the plot is narrow and the human characters don't have much to offer. It was nice seeing the old familiar face of Lance Henriksen again, and Ewan Bremner and Tommy Flanagan are decent. As for Sanaa Lathan, she's certainly no Sigourney Weaver, but she does a fair job at holding her own as the leading lady. But after the first half, she and the rest of the cast really have very little to do. Once an hour or so is spent teasing us with slight glimpses, references and homages, the focus permanently shifts to fleshing out the history and mythology of our two titular beasts, moreover, watching them knock lumps out of each other.

First of all, AVP is a welcome improvement over the pathetic CGI blob of Alien 3 and the hybrid monstrosities of its sequel. The creature designs in this one are refined, back-to-basics designs that made the first two films work so well, including a welcome back for our favourite Alien, the Queen herself. All the Aliens are scary and menacing looking. Some have criticised their scenes for being too dark, but that's their trademark, and how they should have been kept. Surrounded by darkness, barely visible, not knowing which corner they're gonna leap out of next. In this respect, Predator becomes a much more threatening villain too. Adapting to the horror tone of its counterpart, it still delivers the action thrills the Predator films are known for. Watching the two of them fight is a real treat for the eyes and ears.

Nonetheless, in spite of everything it has going for it, it still doesn't leave that big an impression on me. It really doesn't make you think. But for its two hour run-time, it will keep you occupied. It's the best Alien film since James Cameron's Aliens and, dare I say, it's the best Predator film so far. I was expecting nothing more than watching the two beasts scrapping with each other and killing each other in imaginative ways. And that's exactly what I got. I'm a happy shopper.… Expand
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TokyochuchuJan 29, 2014
Although it's not a classic or anything, Alien vs. Predator is still a whole lot of stupid, monster fighting fun. The movie even manages to add one really cool thing into the mythos. The film's maze-like pyramid is a great invention and hasAlthough it's not a classic or anything, Alien vs. Predator is still a whole lot of stupid, monster fighting fun. The movie even manages to add one really cool thing into the mythos. The film's maze-like pyramid is a great invention and has made some fun appearances in latter day videogames and fiction. Plus, If you can't enjoy the snowbound battle between the queen alien and predator then your inner child must be truly lost.… Expand
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Khunter4382Jun 2, 2011
As a hardcore fan of both franchises, I thought this film worked. I was surprised with the story and how effectively both species were intertwined in history. I found myself making the connections of all the little details I have noticed overAs a hardcore fan of both franchises, I thought this film worked. I was surprised with the story and how effectively both species were intertwined in history. I found myself making the connections of all the little details I have noticed over the years in the predecessor films. It was also refreshing to see an old regular like Henrikson join the cast.… Expand
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Rox22Mar 17, 2013
This has pretty much been butchered by fans of both franchises. Persobnally, I really enjoyed it. It had an interesting premise. Believable characters, great effects and some really cool action sequences. Granted is a bit corny in parts, andThis has pretty much been butchered by fans of both franchises. Persobnally, I really enjoyed it. It had an interesting premise. Believable characters, great effects and some really cool action sequences. Granted is a bit corny in parts, and does go against canon a bit. Overall: As a standalone movie (forgetting the franchises completely) it is a good movie, and I do believe that is what they were aiming at.… Expand
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MentalVortexApr 30, 2015
Just an all around good action flick, nothing more. The Predators' "human" interaction with the main character was well done and keeps you emotionally invested.
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ReviewZone212Feb 20, 2013
Feels like a Classic, but it could've been better.
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TastyOct 18, 2018
Good production & story. A bit too rushed, but a lot happened. Re-watched it 14yrs later, and it's way better than I remembered. Don't know why.
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TrilobiteGJun 13, 2015
Ok, this is a dumb movie. A very silly dumb action horror awesome fest of a movie. I mean, what the hell were you expecting? Of course, the acting is not perfect and the characters are disposable, but did anyone want deep characters in a filmOk, this is a dumb movie. A very silly dumb action horror awesome fest of a movie. I mean, what the hell were you expecting? Of course, the acting is not perfect and the characters are disposable, but did anyone want deep characters in a film like this. Of course, I am taking points off for the completely rushed feeling plot line with little explanation, but for a monster on monster flick, it delivers fast paced intensity with just the right balance of gore and not so bad acting to not be sharknado. Get a few mates over and watch this over a bowl of popcorn, it'll be a blast.… Expand
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demolisher7778Oct 27, 2014
The first part of Paul W.S. Anderson's Alien vs Predator leaves a sour taste in your mouth from bad acting and an absolutely absurd plot. But, when the bullets start flying and the predators and aliens are beating the hell out of each other,The first part of Paul W.S. Anderson's Alien vs Predator leaves a sour taste in your mouth from bad acting and an absolutely absurd plot. But, when the bullets start flying and the predators and aliens are beating the hell out of each other, it is a really entertaining watch… Expand
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Voodoo123Jul 7, 2014
Highly entertaining and re-watchable. As a fan of the AVP series I love seeing the idea come to life through live action. Great art designs and effects where the CGI really just adds to great miniatures and full scale animatronics and suits.Highly entertaining and re-watchable. As a fan of the AVP series I love seeing the idea come to life through live action. Great art designs and effects where the CGI really just adds to great miniatures and full scale animatronics and suits. Watching predators fight aliens... Gets better every time.… Expand
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Meth-dudeFeb 22, 2016
This is a good example of how a PG-13 can ruin a movie.It had a good premise, good enough acting and could have been a wonderful gory movie for every horror fans.even though it was not as bloody as it should've been, it was still entertaining.
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DiptanshuJul 15, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Average critically but literally its the coolest and awesome crossover,the story was decent and the connection to prequels of respective movies was little mess and the Bishop's timeline was confusing AF and the past of aliens and predator at earth was terrible although the way its all executed it was entertaining,the music was good,the characters were fun and the CGI it was amazing although at start it was little bad,Some deaths and hunts by aliens were annoying they were like jump-scares and cut no brutal and disturbing violence it can be improved,the starting 1904 fight and intro to movie was awesome then the intro to characters and the mission of researching at Antarctic cause of satellite discovery of pyramid it was awesome,the environment and set-up was amazing and the mystery of Pyramid thing was engaging,the interval of 10 mins wall moving scenes were amazing and the little little secrets was awesome,the 1st attack of alien and the entry of predators was amazing although it was still confusing the connections between them but as goes the back story by arch person it was little over the top but digestable,the 1-by-1 similar fashion take down of persons by alien was awesome and the other side the predator and gun thing between humans was engaging,the deaths in between and the slight glimpse of chest-busters were awesome,the one liner of predator "one Ugly MF" was amazingly used and the later team up of human and predator naming "enemy of my enemy my friend" it was amazing,before that Bishops death was little sad and the teams alien breed thing was disturbing,the predator and girl teaming up and the scene of alien's body converted to its head as shield and tail as sword by predator it was literally mind-blowing and awesome then the fights and hand-conversations of both was amazing,the ending queen alien and predator with human fight was amazingly great and intense,at last the death of predator killing alien and the human rewarded by army of predator and all it was awesome end but before credits the alien's twist at end in predator ship the build-up for sequel was awesome.Overall its the coolest crossover although critically average but its the engagingly entertaining and amazing movie!… Expand
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akshatmahajanSep 22, 2020
AVP is a nice cross-over movie. It isn't as bad as most reviewers say.

The plot was good; not great. Character development was weak. Action sequences between the Alien and the Predator were cool. The flashbacks, though senseless were prettyAVP is a nice cross-over movie. It isn't as bad as most reviewers say.

The plot was good; not great. Character development was weak. Action sequences between the Alien and the Predator were cool. The flashbacks, though senseless were pretty nice. There were some element of surprise also. Overall, you will enjoy this movie and will love it if you are fan of both The Aliens and The Predator franchise.… Expand
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AngysYoungg321Nov 8, 2020
Good movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!'
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7
TheQuietGamerMar 7, 2011
This movie will sharply divide fans of Alien and Predator, the plot isn't great but gets the job done, it's surprisingly good action is what will keep you hooked, this is an interesting movie fans of Alien and Predator should watch.
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HerbieH.Feb 19, 2008
This was so well thought out, couldn't of done better.
1 of 4 users found this helpful
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PvtJacksonJun 16, 2014
I really don't think this movie is as terrible as critics' consensus because i know lots of people who say the same thing after watching Prometheus and comparing it to this film. Paul W.S Anderson may be, without question, literally not aI really don't think this movie is as terrible as critics' consensus because i know lots of people who say the same thing after watching Prometheus and comparing it to this film. Paul W.S Anderson may be, without question, literally not a good director (The Three Musketeer, Resident Evil) but we can't deny his decent, brave effort as he tries to create a story in which mankind is stuck in the middle of a collision between two most notorious species from outer space, and i personally believe that he partially succeeds, although there are still a lot to be done so that AVP: Alien vs. Predator can get any better. I give this movie 7, higher than Prometheus, 5.… Expand
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AllenL.Jan 21, 2008
I thought Alien VS predator had awesome plots and scenes like ,come on, who doesn't want to see predator recreated into the new world of Amazing Special effects? But some parts were lacking and could have been recreated better by a 2 I thought Alien VS predator had awesome plots and scenes like ,come on, who doesn't want to see predator recreated into the new world of Amazing Special effects? But some parts were lacking and could have been recreated better by a 2 year old in 2 minutes. I give it a firm 8 and no less and no more.… Expand
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Andy92Sep 12, 2010
i admit that the movie could have been a lot better but i think it was a very good effort in combining the two famous originals. although it didn't show a promising story to it the film did show a good use of trying to bring back many of thei admit that the movie could have been a lot better but i think it was a very good effort in combining the two famous originals. although it didn't show a promising story to it the film did show a good use of trying to bring back many of the old qualities from the two alien species however they needed to use more convincing and more recognized actors… Expand
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WykedEvilMay 15, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So they wanted to make the most feared thing in the universe look like pansies? Ya right. two of the damn predators die in the first 30 min! I know they are apparently kids and all, but damn, they are still predators.… Expand
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Le__XenomorphDec 19, 2014
Although the story is weak and the character development is sketchy, there is plenty of eye candy to behold. And the fight scenes are very good and well done. 7/10 (good)
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eva3si0nApr 10, 2021
AVP: Alien vs. Predator judging by reviews and ratings scolded everyone who was not lazy. And personally, I liked the film. That's a simple movie for one night. But here the confrontation of 2 species is interesting. The film even hasAVP: Alien vs. Predator judging by reviews and ratings scolded everyone who was not lazy. And personally, I liked the film. That's a simple movie for one night. But here the confrontation of 2 species is interesting. The film even has suspense and holds until the end of the film. And even the ending is logical. He knew how to make films before Paul Anderson.… Expand
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MarcD.Aug 18, 2004
I don't understand why so many people are bashing the show. The film may not be 100% faithful to the original films they were based on...but this is a very commendable effort. An entertaining show which left me smiling at particular I don't understand why so many people are bashing the show. The film may not be 100% faithful to the original films they were based on...but this is a very commendable effort. An entertaining show which left me smiling at particular scenes. People need to lighten up.… Expand
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CAmeronS.Sep 1, 2007
I personally did not expect an amazing story, but i certainly found the action i was looking for.
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vermindeathstackDec 30, 2005
Not as bad as I'd been led to believe. In fact, I quite enjoyed it. There wasn't all that gun-toting machismo you usually get in Predator films, and also in the later Alien movies. And neither did they insist on rolling out Not as bad as I'd been led to believe. In fact, I quite enjoyed it. There wasn't all that gun-toting machismo you usually get in Predator films, and also in the later Alien movies. And neither did they insist on rolling out Sigourney Weaver's old bones and roping her into the plot somehow. It wasn't a shocker, but then again all the shocks have been wrung out of the Alien franchise. The predators were suitably beefy, the aliens dutifully slimy, and the humans just this side of stupid so as to be believable. It was a laugh, a mindless romp that had enough atmospherics and originality to lift it above Alien 3 and 4. And because it wasn't a testosterone-fuelled workout either, I liked it more than Arnie's Predator flick. But, if you… Expand
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