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AngysYoungg321Nov 8, 2020

Goooooooooood movie !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Lando_HassNov 20, 2020

If you hated the first one, you'll love this one. If you loved the first one, you'll love this one. It amps up the action, gore, blood, thrills, and just sheer bad-assness by a million. The Brothers Strauss did an amazing job with this movie,If you hated the first one, you'll love this one. If you loved the first one, you'll love this one. It amps up the action, gore, blood, thrills, and just sheer bad-assness by a million. The Brothers Strauss did an amazing job with this movie, not only visually, but pretty much on every scale possible. When you watch this, you feel like you're watching the original Predator again. All it needed was an Arnold cameo, and it'd be set.… Expand

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PWNYCNYNov 20, 2020

When I went to watch this movie I was expecting just another Hollywood piece of potboiler junk, but I was surprised. This movie is actually good and as much as I would like to rag it, I can't because the movie gives no cause to do so. ThisWhen I went to watch this movie I was expecting just another Hollywood piece of potboiler junk, but I was surprised. This movie is actually good and as much as I would like to rag it, I can't because the movie gives no cause to do so. This movie is an action-packed science-fiction thriller in which the humans are completely superfluous except when they get in the way of the humanoids who have made earth their battlefield, and there's nothing the humans can do about it. NOTHING! This may be the first sci-fi movie in which the humans are completely helpless and rendered incapable of fighting back. In other words it's an original story, and it's the humanoids who are the stars.… Expand

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darthmetalhead1Nov 20, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm not sure if if I'm going to be including a spoiler or not but I wanted to add my 2 cents worth as best as I can. I too am a huge fan of both the Aliens and Predator movies and this will definitely be added to my collection when it comes out on DVD! I'm probably being a little biased by giving it a 10 but it blew AVP 1 right out of the water. And Yes I too am a huge fan of the first AVP film. OK sure there are moments in the film that seemed unrealistic. However, personally I was still scared out of my wits while watching it.… Expand

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bronson-24Nov 20, 2020

This is 100% better than the first Avp movie, It's rated R for a reason,extreme gore & violence taken to an entirely new level in film. Please Parents leave little kids at home ! This was a no holds barred awesome action packed sequel to Avp,This is 100% better than the first Avp movie, It's rated R for a reason,extreme gore & violence taken to an entirely new level in film. Please Parents leave little kids at home ! This was a no holds barred awesome action packed sequel to Avp, I can not wait 2 years for the sequel !! Please make it soon !!! I am hungry for more. Good job on this film ! The end of this movie sheds more light on the Weyland / Yutani Corporaion & it's special weapons division.Remember from Aliens # 2 & leaves the door wide open for a new sequel. I recommend this film to all of the millions of die hard Aliens & Predator fans out there as it will not let you down.… Expand

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drafhixaNov 20, 2020

Any fan of either Alien or Predator will enjoy this movie better than the first attempt. Any sci-fi/action/horror fan should give this film a chance because it is a breath of fresh air with all these so called "PG-13" horror films that areAny fan of either Alien or Predator will enjoy this movie better than the first attempt. Any sci-fi/action/horror fan should give this film a chance because it is a breath of fresh air with all these so called "PG-13" horror films that are just cranked out today.… Expand

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DontLookUp11-12Nov 20, 2020

its not the epic space opera that many wanted but it is a fun monster romp that exploits the Aliens on Earth storyline and offers the most interesting Predator character since the original.

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Coolman35Nov 20, 2020

Pretty good movie about aliens and predators, very entertaining and good fun

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bklasonNov 20, 2020

Ill answer my own question/summary with this: VIOLENCE and GORE. full-stop AVP:R hit the nail on the head with this fantastically orchestrated piece of art. The opening was sheer brilliance, i loved looking inside the ship and life of theseIll answer my own question/summary with this: VIOLENCE and GORE. full-stop AVP:R hit the nail on the head with this fantastically orchestrated piece of art. The opening was sheer brilliance, i loved looking inside the ship and life of these Predators because we have not seen this in any of the films.

The characters are kind of lame but if they aren't brought into the film as soldiers what can you do? Nothing. Just watch them die at the hands of these alien killing machines.

The scenes on which each alien/human interaction is shot is awesome, i loved the underground stuff and the above ground action scenes are just as good! This is made possible by the most seamless use of 3D graphics tied into the real-life filming.

To conclude, this movie rocks. It incorporates every aspect of the Alien & Predator franchise, as well as introducing many new techniques during action scenes. The action is 100% gut wrenchingly sick and AWESOME.

I truly recommend this film to any fans.… Expand

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cowabunga94Nov 20, 2020

this movie was very good and better than the first,but to some people thought first avp was horrible.Yes,I agree to an extent,I thought the first movie was good.But this is way better!

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brislevNov 20, 2020

I waited with baited breath for AvP 1 and although I enjoyed it, left a fair bit disappointed. I have waited for this one all year and wow, what a movie. This could be interpreted as a direct rip off of Aliens, with brief moments of Alien3I waited with baited breath for AvP 1 and although I enjoyed it, left a fair bit disappointed. I have waited for this one all year and wow, what a movie. This could be interpreted as a direct rip off of Aliens, with brief moments of Alien3 and Alien resurrection, or paying homage to the classics that came before it. I say Aliens in particular, as you will see when you watch it. It also has the feel of the original Predator, right down the original music. If you want a bad arse predator back, not one that teams up with people!! and relentless, murderous, hard core aliens swarming the town, this is the movie for you. This left me wanting more. Let's hope the studio can see that these classic movies should now be reinstated in their own right. Bring on Predator 3 and Alien 5… Expand

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sailorarcticNov 20, 2020

I'm a huge predator fan, so maybe that makes me biased, but I love this movie. I know a lot of people don't seem to understand why they would only send one Predator (Yaujta for those of you that don't know so that's how I''ll refer to themI'm a huge predator fan, so maybe that makes me biased, but I love this movie. I know a lot of people don't seem to understand why they would only send one Predator (Yaujta for those of you that don't know so that's how I''ll refer to them from now on.) to take on the outbreak. It actually makes a lot of sense if you look at their culture. The single Yaujta is probably a warrior or an elder, therefore highly skilled and more than capable of handling the situation....or at least that's what the yaujta think at the time. All in all, I loved the idea of one bad ass predator taking on an entire army and thoroughly enjoyed ,myself.… Expand

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axel3131Nov 20, 2020

if you have seen avp(1) and hated it like i did, then this movie is for you, i am a TRUE alien and predator fan and i walked into this movie scared not knowing if it was going to be good. I was happy to see that the movie kicked into highif you have seen avp(1) and hated it like i did, then this movie is for you, i am a TRUE alien and predator fan and i walked into this movie scared not knowing if it was going to be good. I was happy to see that the movie kicked into high gear right away. it had me salavating from the get go. of course the humans are stupid mindless morons but what do you want? charlton heston screaming how much he hates these creatures? no. i loved watching these creatures destroy the humans, and i wish i could be a predator now that i see how truly badass they are, there are a few "boring" scenes to develop the characters but they don't develop too much which is perfect cause i didn't feel any sympathy for them and i didn't want to,this movies main characters don't have dialogue and that was perfectly OK with me. simply put this movie was AWESOME!!! gore galore and action to match. if you are expecting Oscar worthy performances don't go. if you are expecting a alien or predator movie or a direct sequel to the first avp, don't go. THis movie is classic in its own right. I AM GOING TO SEE IT AGAIN, ****… Expand

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bluethunderbubbNov 20, 2020

While I was in New York during the holiday season, I decided to pay a little visit to a local movie theatre not far from where I was staying and watch Aliens Vs Predator:Requiem on Boxing Day, since I live in London and this movie doesn'tWhile I was in New York during the holiday season, I decided to pay a little visit to a local movie theatre not far from where I was staying and watch Aliens Vs Predator:Requiem on Boxing Day, since I live in London and this movie doesn't come out to the UK until the 18th January, by which case the cinema will be packed with movie goer's wanting to see Cloverfied, me being one of them, but I digress; I entered the theatre, took my seat, sat through the previews, and munched on my popcorn as the movie started.In one word, it was fantastic! It was every thing I expected it to be and better1! One Predator against millions of Aliens and a PredAlien, which looked awesome by the way! It set itself apart from the first movie when both the father and 8 year old son get face hugged! Plus the killing of newborn babies in the hospital (You don't see it) and how the PredAlien inserted FOUR embryos down the throat of the woman was... It was like every fan across the world got together to make a good Alien Vs Predator movie! I didn't acknowledge the little plot holes; i just turned my brain off and watched the film, and I'd suggest you do the same!!

Overall, 10-10! Well done!… Expand

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brian-1504Nov 20, 2020

AvP:R in itself is clearly a film made by people that *loved* Aliens, and Predator. Paying constant homage to our favorite scenes from both films I found myself very often thinking "Oh man, thats just like Aliens" or "Hah! Get to theAvP:R in itself is clearly a film made by people that *loved* Aliens, and Predator. Paying constant homage to our favorite scenes from both films I found myself very often thinking "Oh man, thats just like Aliens" or "Hah! Get to the chopper!". I was glad to see a new strong female protagonist (the US Army solider.. I have no idea where the other reviewer got the idea it was a Marine) and despite how I found myself thinking "woah.. NVGs? thats a pretty spendy and hard to explain why you lost kind of item" Its nothing that is unheard of in real life. Sure there were a few characters that were poorly written and even more poorly acted, but thankfully they were killed quickly and brutally.… Expand

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baseballguy11avNov 20, 2020

I have to say that after seeing Aliens vs. Predator Requiem, the first Alien vs. Predator was shut out in a lot of categories. AVPR didn't quite have the actors fans or other movie watchers would of liked but they did a much better job thanI have to say that after seeing Aliens vs. Predator Requiem, the first Alien vs. Predator was shut out in a lot of categories. AVPR didn't quite have the actors fans or other movie watchers would of liked but they did a much better job than the actors in AVP in my opinion. Each of the characters were more interesting then the AVP ones, even if the actors in AVPR weren't the greatest. Other than the actors AVPR was filled with great action sequences, Daniel Pearl did a great job, Brian Tyler's score could of been more intense and action based but other than that the movie kept me entertained.

So overall I'd say Aliens vs. Predator Requieum was a big success over AVP and all Alien and Predator fans should see this film because I believe it gives the creatures what they deserved from the beginning.… Expand

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DJ_KaleeNov 20, 2020

AVP 2: Requiem is worlds over better than the first AVP encounter. It is very reminiscent to Aliens. The only problem I had with the film is that it was shot a little to dark. What I mean is that the lighting of the film could have been aAVP 2: Requiem is worlds over better than the first AVP encounter. It is very reminiscent to Aliens. The only problem I had with the film is that it was shot a little to dark. What I mean is that the lighting of the film could have been a little better.

The plot is great, and the action scenes are amazing. The film has some very disturbing images in it, and some amazing gore. I think they've finally nailed a great match-up with the species.

We see some great Predator actions that have been seen in the comics, and the Predalien which was great. I just hope this film makes enough money at the box office for another sequel.… Expand

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RRA7836Nov 20, 2020

The bashers on here are claiming that the film sucked. I can imagine it, All these guys bringing their girlfriends to watch AVP, and grandparents wanting to spend a warm holiday watching AVP, and families getting together to watch AVP. DoesThe bashers on here are claiming that the film sucked. I can imagine it, All these guys bringing their girlfriends to watch AVP, and grandparents wanting to spend a warm holiday watching AVP, and families getting together to watch AVP. Does that make any sense? What are all these bashers thinking? O I'm gonna go watch AVP for it's deeply symbolic storyline.....huh? Please people, If you're gonna bash a movie, bash it because it does not have the elements you would expect in the genre, not because it wasn't a "No country for old men", and don't say "Well it didn't have the elements I expected because there should have been colonel marines!" Cry like a baby please. The movie was great. It had action, and the predator won an Oscar award for kicking A$$ in my book. The predator was perfect, and if you like predator, you will enjoy watching the predator kick @$$. Bottom line.… Expand

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andrew-757Nov 20, 2020

It's not like any Alien or Predator movie before it, or even bares much more of a similarity to AVP other than the obvious... ensemble hodgepodge group of humans becoming tangled in an Aliens and Predators plot. Except it's nothing like it.It's not like any Alien or Predator movie before it, or even bares much more of a similarity to AVP other than the obvious... ensemble hodgepodge group of humans becoming tangled in an Aliens and Predators plot. Except it's nothing like it. You try to stack this against Ridley's Alien or Cameron's Aliens or even McTiernan's Predator, it's not quite comparing apples to apples -- not because those are better films (but they are, obviously), but because they're telling entirely different kinds of stories from an entirely different perspective. So don't expect to find any kind of "inner message" in the movie beyond some kind of vague "man destroys man" thing.… Expand

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stephrexoNov 20, 2020

Now before anyone starts demanding their money back for this movie, allow me to ask you: what did you expect? I went to see it on the 25th December with the full knowledge that I was going to get some good action, cool weapons design, a coolNow before anyone starts demanding their money back for this movie, allow me to ask you: what did you expect? I went to see it on the 25th December with the full knowledge that I was going to get some good action, cool weapons design, a cool alien kicking another alien's backside, and probably not much plot. That's why I went to see the movie - for the weapons and the action - and that's what I got. And I loved it. Mainly the predator though (he kicked a**), and his weapons. Now I really want to see the first AVP and Predator 2.… Expand

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Halo_XNov 20, 2020

I myself liked this movie very much. I felt it reestablished some of the Horror of the alien and the ferocity of the Predator. The only qualms I had with the picture were that it was too (visually) dark at times and hard to make out what wasI myself liked this movie very much. I felt it reestablished some of the Horror of the alien and the ferocity of the Predator. The only qualms I had with the picture were that it was too (visually) dark at times and hard to make out what was going on on the screen, and that the plot was pretty thin (though, if your going to see a movie titled AVP do you REALLY expect amazing plot?). All in all it was a very enjoyable movie experience. I don't see why it is getting all this negative feedback. The only logical reason I can think of is that people went into it with impossible expectations. No movie will ever make you feel the same way you did when you saw Aliens for the first time. Get over it and enjoy this movie for what it is: An awesome Sci-Fi monster battle! BTW, of you HATED that they made AVP 1 PG-13 and not R, this movie will make up for it - I promise.… Expand

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ThomasRobertsonNov 20, 2020

I'm giving this movie a ten out of ten simply to outweigh all the fools who are giving it bad reviews. I seriously feel it deserves about an 8. I am a HUGE Aliens and Predator fan (both separate and together) and found this movie to beI'm giving this movie a ten out of ten simply to outweigh all the fools who are giving it bad reviews. I seriously feel it deserves about an 8. I am a HUGE Aliens and Predator fan (both separate and together) and found this movie to be putting both series back on the right track again. It was just all out fun and is certainly headed in the right direction. My ultimate dream is that FOX or the Sci-Fi Channel eventually takes a lead from Star Wars or its own Terminator series and turns the enterprise into a weekly television show (with the writers, special-fx creators, etc. from Battlestar Galactica). It is time. Keep releasing movies, but build the series with a TV show instead of relying on comics and books. I can't wait and I look forward to the next chapter in the series.… Expand

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deereidNov 20, 2020

At last. Now this is what an "AVP" film should be: "Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem" has it all - action, special effects, violence, gore, and two races of alien beasts dueling for supremacy. It's an intense action experience from start to finish!

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guardsman1986Nov 20, 2020

This movie was as good to me as the first Aliens and the first Predator. I was in shock the whole movie. There is no comparison. I did think that the Alien/Predator was a little dark in the face couldn't make out what it looked like the theThis movie was as good to me as the first Aliens and the first Predator. I was in shock the whole movie. There is no comparison. I did think that the Alien/Predator was a little dark in the face couldn't make out what it looked like the the theater. I would see it again and again. Were i like in KC MO the kc star gave it one star evidently he never was a fan of any of the movies, other wise he would have realized that it was made by the fans for the fans..... In my own world i would recommend that he take a closer look into the movie and movies himself. The move was excellent in every aspect of the word... In my own words "BAD ASS MOVIE HANDS DOWN".… Expand

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volhomeNov 20, 2020

Hearing some of the negative quotes and reviews, we nearly skipped the movie until it was available on DVD. Well that would have been a mistake. For a change, it felt like we got a similar feel for characters that we did in the original AlienHearing some of the negative quotes and reviews, we nearly skipped the movie until it was available on DVD. Well that would have been a mistake. For a change, it felt like we got a similar feel for characters that we did in the original Alien (and since I am old enough to have seen that at its original release, it has been easy to follow the entire franchise pair). We got to know some characters a little, and they died. We got to know some characters a lot, and they died. We got to know some characters, and they lived. The mayhem was overwhelming, and just what it would be during an infestation by Aliens. Throw in the Predator for cleanup measure, and it magnifies the Wow factor by ten. As with every movie, I expect license to be taken from prior franchisees. And I don't have to have perfect storyline flow from one source to the next. As long as there are no major screw-ups, we charge ahead like was done here. Full steam, and available for future sequels. Before you see the movie, take some time to try to figure out what it would be like in your town if this really happened. This is one glimpse in that window. Kudos to the entire team.… Expand

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shashankgupta3Nov 20, 2020

All I can say is my friends and I thought this movie was sweet. People can go on and on about the lackluster acting in the slow beginning or the fact that this movie could have had a deeper storyline with more comedy mixed in, but I think theAll I can say is my friends and I thought this movie was sweet. People can go on and on about the lackluster acting in the slow beginning or the fact that this movie could have had a deeper storyline with more comedy mixed in, but I think the producers did an awesome job with something very simple: aliens led by a Predalien infesting a city and one lone veteran Predator who attempts to kill them all or die trying.… Expand

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Piscean33Nov 20, 2020

Please would everyone get over that fact that the plot was not developed to your needs. Why would you spend time developing characters that are going to die within the next ten minutes? The purpose of this film is for the shear entertainmentPlease would everyone get over that fact that the plot was not developed to your needs. Why would you spend time developing characters that are going to die within the next ten minutes? The purpose of this film is for the shear entertainment value of watching the predator kick the snot out of every thing in sight.

Last time I checked the first films, with the exclusion of Alien, lacked a solid plot and characters where poorly developed. If you base your review on past movies you should consider the type of film you are watching. This is a Sci-Fi Horror film. Have you ever wanted to watch a horror film with a plot? Most of the time we watch them to be scared.

I recommend to anyone looking for a great all out kill fest to go see this film. If you want a plot or something that will win an award don't go see it.… Expand

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Solo_Guy97Mar 24, 2014

Alright, we all know that this new series we all know as "AVP" hasn't been that hot. But what we should take into consideration is that this new series isn't supposed to be a remake of "Alien" or "Predator." Simply put out, judge it by theAlright, we all know that this new series we all know as "AVP" hasn't been that hot. But what we should take into consideration is that this new series isn't supposed to be a remake of "Alien" or "Predator." Simply put out, judge it by the new storyline they have in place rather than trying to put the old one back in to place. It's a good movie on its own terms, yes it's a little bit cheaply made, but that's because of the budget they had access to.… Expand

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Meth-dudeFeb 22, 2016

The acting was not really good and the CGI effects were bad but, on the bright side, there was more blood.Finally! It just wants to be a mindless popcorn action/horror flick and, in my opinion, it's doing it just fine.

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HBTBNov 4, 2014

This movie is incredibly stupid. But that's what I love about it. The Predator is the most badass representation I've seen and the Predalien was badass as well. (Skip the Human parts though, just watch the Predator/Alien story. It's not that bad)

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blackhawkceNov 20, 2020

This was the film that I was hoping the first one would be! We finally get to see these two nasties duke it out in full R rated glory as it should be. Of course the humans were boring and seemed to be extras from other teeny-bopper flicks,This was the film that I was hoping the first one would be! We finally get to see these two nasties duke it out in full R rated glory as it should be. Of course the humans were boring and seemed to be extras from other teeny-bopper flicks, but they are just meant to be hosts and target practice for the true stars of the film. I will admit that some scenes were a little tasteless, especially the 8 year old boy and the maternity ward scenes, but the tie-in to the other Alien films at the end made it worthwhile. Plus, it is the first time since Aliens that I actually felt tension in the rest of the audience, and my brother-in-law told me that in several scenes he thought he was going to rip the armrest off of the chair because he was gripping it so tight. Cannot wait for the third!!!… Expand

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hollowMaskApr 30, 2019

This film is a brilliant self parody. It's like Galaxy Quest and Return of the Living Dead had an illicit affair and AVPR is the basket of nastiness that got dumped on the orphanage steps.

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jessi-38Nov 20, 2020

In my opinion, this movie was able to keep the feel of both the original Alien movie and the Predator movie. It was scary, disturbing but somewhat believable too. Hard to describe without spoilers. Long story short. If you enjoyed AlienIn my opinion, this movie was able to keep the feel of both the original Alien movie and the Predator movie. It was scary, disturbing but somewhat believable too. Hard to describe without spoilers. Long story short. If you enjoyed Alien movies and predator movies. You should like this movie much better than the last one. I was so, disappointed in the 1st AVP so the only reason I went to see this was because my son wanted to see it. I was happily surprised. The only thing though that bothered me was that before in scary movies (even if this doesn't fall under the category of scary) they left out children and pregnant women. This isn't the case in this movie. If this would be something that would disturb you - this may not be the movie for you. Logistics part though - if you think about this on a species level... a species looking to take over wouldn't hesitate for a child or mother-to-be. All together... a great movie. I hope that they leave it alone and end this title on a good note and not ruin it with endless bad additions to the series.… Expand

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kyle-mcdonaldNov 20, 2020

This movie is way better than the first one and the first was awesome as well so you can see how good the alien vs. predator is. The reason why this movie is so good is that there is lots of action in it. The storyline is good. The actors areThis movie is way better than the first one and the first was awesome as well so you can see how good the alien vs. predator is. The reason why this movie is so good is that there is lots of action in it. The storyline is good. The actors are not so bad but they are not the best actors in the world. The way they did the aliens and predators are really good but the aliens look different in this one but they still look really good. The actors that played the aliens and predator did it really good and they should play them again if there are future sequels. So i am sure you will not be disappointed with aliens vs. predator requiem. so make sure you rent or buy aliens vs. predator requiem because it is a really good movie.

Overall score: ********** out of **********

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ajoneshNov 20, 2020

The day before I went to see AVPR, I read a bunch of these comments and then walked into that theater expecting to be disappointed (being a big Alien/Predator fan and all) but what I got was a great ride! IT WAS FANTASTIC!!! In the pastThe day before I went to see AVPR, I read a bunch of these comments and then walked into that theater expecting to be disappointed (being a big Alien/Predator fan and all) but what I got was a great ride! IT WAS FANTASTIC!!! In the past movies it was always us/humans against them/aliens. This was them against them with humans just getting caught in the middle. The only thing I can see that you all objected to (those that were objecting) was the fact that humans weren't the center of attention - the main characters - the proverbial good guys.… Expand

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cwilson-46Nov 20, 2020

This movie was fantastic - it was dark, gory and bloody, just what you need at a movie. This movie is not for the person who expects character development or the costumes and such. It's above pure non-stop blood shed and face explodingThis movie was fantastic - it was dark, gory and bloody, just what you need at a movie. This movie is not for the person who expects character development or the costumes and such. It's above pure non-stop blood shed and face exploding scenes. The only thing that they could of gotten rid of was the love sick scenes with the teenagers. Blah. Stupid.… Expand

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subdivision525Nov 21, 2020

THIS film IS ACTION, FUN, EXCITING, and you leave the theater feeling good about the state of Sci-fi..... with the recent glut of terrible movies, ALIENS VS PREDATOR R, is just a plain, refreshing BREATH OF FRESH AIR!!

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nuno1509Nov 21, 2020

I don't understand how there are people saying that this movie "sucks", I suppose this people are not Alien and Predator fans... The Movie is very good, how loves Alien and Predator most love this file, is not worst that the first one, isI don't understand how there are people saying that this movie "sucks", I suppose this people are not Alien and Predator fans... The Movie is very good, how loves Alien and Predator most love this file, is not worst that the first one, is more or less the same, meaning that it contains the same mount of action and scenes as before. This movie is only for intelligent people and not for persons waiting to see monster killing each other. Watch the movie as is the first time you are watching Alien and predator, the sensation is great and I hope the 3rd will come very soon. I give this movei 10 out of 10. Don't miss it. Go for it.… Expand

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kyle-395Nov 21, 2020

Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem, despite what other viewers say, is truly a great film. To me, this movie is like a combination of Aliens and Predator. This movie was jam-packed with action, gore, and plenty of violence! Basically what happensAliens vs. Predator: Requiem, despite what other viewers say, is truly a great film. To me, this movie is like a combination of Aliens and Predator. This movie was jam-packed with action, gore, and plenty of violence! Basically what happens is, that the movie starts where the original AVP left off. The Predalien bursts out of the predator 'Scar' and kills the other predators on their ship, causing it to crash in the Colorado woods. A father and son hunting nearby, come to investigate and end up getting attacked by some face huggers that escaped the wreckage. Back on the Predator home world, a truly bad-ass predator receives a distress signal from the down ship and gears up to go and clean up the mess. The next few scenes are basically getting to know the main characters and their stories. People start to go missing and soon, the predators and aliens and predalien, duke it out in an underground sewer system, take the battle to a power plant, a restaurant, a store (where the few main characters are hold up), a school, a hospital, and finally, the big roof-top battle. My favorite scenes were definitely when the predator stalks the people in the forest, and all the scenes in the hospital. This movie had everything I had hoped an AVP movie would have, and more! There were only two tiny things that i thought were wrong. This movie is very dark, lighting wise, and sometimes I thought that some of the fights were a bit too dark, so that you couldn't really see much of what was going on. It wasn't that big a deal. Another thing, which both AVP movies have in common, is timing. They go by two fast. Or at least the beginning of this one did. One thing they should do to try and fix that is going back to the way that the original films started up. Slow and calm, like Alien. I think that would help with timing and maybe get these movies a little more paced and suspenseful. If you haven't already seen this movie, then I recommend seeing it as soon as possible, because you will love it, whether you are a fan or not!… Expand

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xAvPxNov 21, 2020

i really enjoyed AvP:R, i cannot believe most of you people hated it this much, OK i understand you all have different opinion.. and it's totally understandable.. but i was reading few of the reviews on metacritic, and it's ridiculous, youi really enjoyed AvP:R, i cannot believe most of you people hated it this much, OK i understand you all have different opinion.. and it's totally understandable.. but i was reading few of the reviews on metacritic, and it's ridiculous, you people believe this movie will be an Oscar winner? OF COURSE NOT.. it was meant to be entertaining.. if you hated it, so what? it will not change my life at all..… Expand

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vladabubaNov 29, 2020

First of all I'm huge Alien movie fan so there is no way that I did not critically looked at this movie. After marks set by Alien and Aliens, all movies afterwards including Alien 3 were gradually worse. Alien Resurrection was catastrophe andFirst of all I'm huge Alien movie fan so there is no way that I did not critically looked at this movie. After marks set by Alien and Aliens, all movies afterwards including Alien 3 were gradually worse. Alien Resurrection was catastrophe and especially AVP 1 was insult to all us Alien fans. Lacking good story and believable characters, any sense and respect to Alien history and background, too depressive or cartoonish, to me it was just plain waste of time and energy. I thought that it was finished with Alien series. However when I saw that there would be one another movie in series I decided to give it a shot and watch it. As I had so much bad experience before, my enthusiasm was low and I was skeptic and pessimistic about film prospects. When I started watching movie however this has started to gradually positively change and by the end of film I was really pleased by movie experience, for the first time after Aliens movie! Story is interesting, characters are fine, action is furious, and Aliens, Predalien and Predator are tough and believable again. One of the best scenes are in the restaurant and in the hospital, level of horror and lighting is really masterfully planned. I need to mention and military ambush scene and town gathering that also give good atmosphere in film (did anyone wondered how defense would be organized by colonists on LV426?). Ending also leaves us with questions, like did someone in top government already know about xenomorph existence? Bad things: dialogs are sometimes dull and shallow, some action scenes could be executed better by my opinion. AVP:Requiem was right at the spot, rightfully in the series with Alien and Aliens movies.… Expand

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mrfish5000Nov 29, 2020

Great SFX, stays true to horror concepts, and traditional character roles with enough depth to keep you engaged throughout. The music was spot-on, and the characters/ town reacted in a realistic way - crazy aliens invade, call in the nationalGreat SFX, stays true to horror concepts, and traditional character roles with enough depth to keep you engaged throughout. The music was spot-on, and the characters/ town reacted in a realistic way - crazy aliens invade, call in the national guard lol. Disturbing scenes, new creature, making the predator a badass, gives you heroes, heroines, and still provides enough victims for people seeking the opposite from the movie, so what more could you realistically want from it considering that it was made for the same amount as an indie-flick.

If you put simple judgements aside for the sake of enjoying what the movie provides in quantity and quality, you should enjoy it as much as I did, step off haters.… Expand

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legoharryNov 29, 2020

I was drunk with my friends and we watched this film. Terrible film by all accounts, but here's an idea: watch it drunk and turn off your brain. Why? Here's my reasoning.

This film has no special meaning. There's no plot. If you expectedI was drunk with my friends and we watched this film. Terrible film by all accounts, but here's an idea: watch it drunk and turn off your brain. Why? Here's my reasoning.

This film has no special meaning. There's no plot. If you expected either of those from this film, then you watched the film wrong. It's just a big, dumb, slasher action film and it knows it. You'll probably laugh at parts, cheer when the girl crush gets a predator blade in the chest, or be totally smashed by the drinking game we came up with.

1) Sip every time the predator kills an Alien. 2) Sip every time the Aliens kill a human (on or off scene). 3) Take a shot during the cringy human "emotional connection" scenes. 4) Chug during the Aliens battle with the National Guard. 5) If you suspect a character will do a dumb thing and/or be killed, you must announce it then promptly take a shot. 6) Pour a little out of your cup into a separate cup for when the bullies die, then pass the cup around until it's empty. No chugging. CAUTION: Mixing various boozes into one cup isn't a good idea. Not my fault if you pass out.… Expand

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segall-1Nov 30, 2020

OK, everyone who says this is a horrible movie needs to understand something. This is a movie, not a film. It is not meant to be something awe inspiring with intelligent writing; it's a predator versus a bunch of aliens. This movie is highlyOK, everyone who says this is a horrible movie needs to understand something. This is a movie, not a film. It is not meant to be something awe inspiring with intelligent writing; it's a predator versus a bunch of aliens. This movie is highly entertaining. You watch a lone Elder/Master Predator trying to contain an alien infestation in a mountain town. This isn't going to make you think when it ends, it's not going to change your life. It is going to entertain you for an hour and half or so. You people need to understand that every piece of film is made for different purposes. You can't compare something that obviously wasn't made to be complicated to something that was.

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I've read that these aliens were altered genetically by the predators to have a lightning fast gestation rate; so that's the 'a wizard did it' explanation by the writers. There should have been more scenes on the Predator homeworld showing their culture, women, etc. The predator xenomorph (people are calling it the 'predalien', so I guess they should call the others humaliens) was hard to make out during some scenes because the lighting and the zoom on the camera. What else? The acting was to be expected, same with choice of characters. I would have liked it better if the Predator either recruited the humans or at least have tried to communicate with them.

Basically, as I've said, this movie was made to be entertaining, and it is. If you are having a lot of people over who end up talking during movies, this is the one to watch. You're not going to miss anything important to the story and those kinds of people won't have their attentions wandering. It's also something you can watch by yourself, but make no mistake, if it's between this and a good one you haven't seen, watch the good one.… Expand

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joelwatchesmoviDec 7, 2020

Holy Colorado, the bloody devastation brought upon this poor ol' small town with its sheriff and diner and high school pool.. two-thirds in, the power's out and everyone we've met is getting ripped apart. "See? No monsters." Damn. Say whatHoly Colorado, the bloody devastation brought upon this poor ol' small town with its sheriff and diner and high school pool.. two-thirds in, the power's out and everyone we've met is getting ripped apart. "See? No monsters." Damn. Say what you want about the rest of the film (the character writing is pretty weak and cheesy; that butt shot was definitely unnecessary), but the horror (not just from the monsters-see the climax), in its bold, unrelenting, and impartial nature, is quite effective. 10/10… Expand

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andreiangelNov 23, 2020

Forget what everyone else is saying and go watch this film; the Brothers Strause have done a fantastic job with this film and it is definitely worth a watch. Amazing action, huge amount of tension (especially at the end!), satisfyingly fullForget what everyone else is saying and go watch this film; the Brothers Strause have done a fantastic job with this film and it is definitely worth a watch. Amazing action, huge amount of tension (especially at the end!), satisfyingly full of the gore which the first AVP lacked (hence the R rating), loved the way the Aliens, the Predalien and the Predator were portrayed, and most likely the greatest Alien film ever made!… Expand

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jackmcc-13186Nov 23, 2020

All these people saying it's a bad movie but it's very good. Warning very graphic kid dies,so does a pregnant woman.(has many aliens burst out of her)

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thebricksNov 23, 2020

After watching the horrendous new Predator movie by Shane Black, I decided to rewatch this one and give it a chance. I was actually surprised by how good it was. I liked it more than the original Predator and even many of the Alien movies.After watching the horrendous new Predator movie by Shane Black, I decided to rewatch this one and give it a chance. I was actually surprised by how good it was. I liked it more than the original Predator and even many of the Alien movies. Maybe all the hatred comes from the edgy, dark scenes, but honestly, I'd rather have that than a boring, formulaic story line.

Give it a chance and be open-minded.… Expand

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ogrewolf-50299Nov 23, 2020

Best 2nd round and follow up. I'm a big fan of the predator movie franchise.

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skorpionskorpoNov 26, 2020

The headline says it all,The Predator actually made this look like an awesome movie :P

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jusdean-84328Nov 26, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What I mean by dark, I mean like you couldn't see hardly anything from the sewer scene, indoor pool scene and after that. That was one of my biggest complaints.

Spoiler Alert: the maternity ward scene was just pain terrifying to left me with nightmares. Kudos on who came up with that shock scene. The ending left us with humans winning not the alien nor predator sadly.… Expand

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anomynoususerNov 26, 2020

I don't want to explain too much but idfc about the others who hate this film. Actually this movie dissapoints me when they created those stupid characters that makes me feel like the movie mustn't exist, but this movie created Wolf PredatorI don't want to explain too much but idfc about the others who hate this film. Actually this movie dissapoints me when they created those stupid characters that makes me feel like the movie mustn't exist, but this movie created Wolf Predator and the Predalien, my favorite Predator and Alien in the entire franchise (I don't care if Alien and Predator aren't connected, they belonged in the same franchise so just deal with it) and the scenes are much better than Alien: Resurrection, Alien: Covenant and The Predator. I demand AVP 3. I hope after Ridley Scott completes his Alien Prequels, Fox immediately create plans for the Alien Vs Predator Cinematic Universe, but don't make it like Marvel films, just make them like Alien and Predator films… Expand

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jiggydog3000Nov 26, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie gets a lot of hate that I will never understand. I don't know what people are looking for when it comes to these movies, they are so judgmental and hateful. I love this movie due to its use of the Aliens and Predator. The costume designs are tight, the Alien Predator hybrid is so dope I can't even. The only thing I never understood about AvP or this one is how fast the aliens grow. Not a complaint it just doesn't make sense. But the action in this film is tight, when the predator accidentally kills the hot blonde is one of the best scenes in a slasher film. The pool scene is creepy and the hospital scene is so disturbing its great. People complain about it being too dark, but then people also complain about movies when you can see the monster and it's no longer scary. AVP: Requiem is a great film and I'm sad we never got more of these. Anyone who hates this and likes The Predator is an idiot. I'd watch this anyday out of the year instead of the The Predator.… Expand

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IanHackbarthNov 26, 2020

It has been awhile since I have seen a movie that has really kicked a whole lot of ass. This is just such a film. AVPR picks up right where the first film left off, and from beginning to end it is non-stop Predator Vs. Alien action. You findIt has been awhile since I have seen a movie that has really kicked a whole lot of ass. This is just such a film. AVPR picks up right where the first film left off, and from beginning to end it is non-stop Predator Vs. Alien action. You find yourself thinking you will be watching a predictable "Horror" film and find yourself a surprisingly satisfying, actually scary at points, thing of beauty.

Clocking in at almost 90 minutes it hardly seems that short. With actors that have not done anything huge before, but still deliver, and fight scenes between our two favorite extraterrestrials this film has every right to be called a Blockbuster.

For Vetrans of the Aliens series, you will notice a few actors and other things, that were previously featured in the various films.

Though it does have a rather simple plot, you hardly notice underneath all of the cage match action between two of the most terrifying monsters in film history. And the ending gives sweet promises of a sequel.

Bottom Line- See this movie, if you don't you are going to feel very left out on what everyone will be talking about the next day.… Expand

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trainmaster-3Nov 26, 2020

I'll have to agree with other reviews I've read that the plot is kind of poor, but when you've got the Universe's most virulent biological weapon loose on Earth, being hunted by Rasta on super steroids, and puny humans caught in the middle,I'll have to agree with other reviews I've read that the plot is kind of poor, but when you've got the Universe's most virulent biological weapon loose on Earth, being hunted by Rasta on super steroids, and puny humans caught in the middle, who needs a plot? BTW fellows, if your wife wants to have another child and you ain't thrilled with the prospect, take her to see this movie. Even as a long time fan of the Alien franchise, I found the nursery scene to be a bit unnerving!

Touching on the weak points first, aside from the absence of plot, there were a couple of other things that I have to pick on. First off, since when did the gestation for the Aliens get so short? In the last two AvP movies, it looks like minutes instead of hours or even days like in the original Alien movies. Two, other than Alien fodder, why were such useless characters like the Blond girl, the Stoners, and the Careless Guy, put into this movie? It was obvious from the moment they stepped on screen (and from the trailers) that caring in any way for those characters was going to be like getting to know the Red-Shirted Ensigns from Star Trek!

But, as I indicated by the rating, there is more to like than to dislike. There are a few "shadow" scenes that vaguely reference the other movies in the Alien and Predator franchises: The Predator "praying" over a fallen comrade (Predator 2); an Alien "examining" a potential victim (Alien 3); the Predalien peering through the medical curtain at it's next victim (Alien 3); an Alien plays fish in the town swimming pool (Alien Ressurrection); the Aliens scream, screech, and move like the ones from Aliens. The action scenes were perfect, and I actually found the tension building and the heartbeat hastening during the earth-shattering final confrontation! Also, the way the Predator showed off his hunting skills, which were far superior to any of the Hunter's we have seen before, made you almost want to cheer for the him.

I don't know if there will be another movie in the Alien, Predator, or AvP franchises, or even if we need another movie, but AvP Requiem is a fine addition, worthy of it's name.… Expand

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pilotcharles747Nov 26, 2020

I am a fan of the predator movies and though I was disappointed about AVP (the first one) not containing the gore that was known from the predator films I still found it to be a decent movie. But this movie makes up for the short-comings ofI am a fan of the predator movies and though I was disappointed about AVP (the first one) not containing the gore that was known from the predator films I still found it to be a decent movie. But this movie makes up for the short-comings of the first movie. (as another person on this site has said) it has all the blood, gore, action, and violence that fans associated with the alien and predator movies. There was not one empty seat in the theater and the shows before were all sold out. Alvin and the chipmunks will benefit from all the families that went with their kids and had to purchase Alvin and the chipmunk for their kids (because of AVP-r R rating) while they purchase AVP-r tickets. If you are a fan of the predator and alien movies you will love it because it has no cheap way of trying to resemble any of the alien or predator movies (ie Weyland) or any bond between human and predator, no it was a killing movie where no one were friends just straight blood and gore. If you are a fan you will love it, if you are familiar with it u will love it, if u really don't care for alien or predator then don't waste your time or money because the movie is not for you. All the people who loved the movie watched the other alien and predator films, those who shrugged their shoulders haven't followed the predator or alien films.… Expand

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SpikeFortressNov 26, 2020

The best action movie in many many years returns to the style that makes the original alien and Predator movies so classic and enjoyable. The terror of the alien invasion tactic is amazing to watch, and Predator culture is as badass as ever.The best action movie in many many years returns to the style that makes the original alien and Predator movies so classic and enjoyable. The terror of the alien invasion tactic is amazing to watch, and Predator culture is as badass as ever.

The fights are very epic... far better than the first avp movie. The sets showing aliens infesting human territory are excellently done, more like in Aliens. Also, unlike in Transformers, the use of human and military characters doesn't interrupt the real focus we're here to see: aliens and predators causing terror and destruction! That said, a few things are understated and some impacts could've been more brutal, but the action is in many cases easily better than many recent action movies.

The real gold under it all was that I was intensely satisfied by the expansion of the epic mythology built up through each Alien and Predator movie so far, as well as in the AVP games and novels. It was epic to see the beginnings of the Wayland-Yutani Corporation taken a step further (it appears in Alien and Aliens, and remember the Weyland corporation that starts the search for the temple in AVP1?) Also there's some internet joke references that are like icing on the cake (admiral ackbar, Schwarzenegger quotes).

I was really satisfied overall and hope more movies are like this, it could be the revival of the true Hollywood action blockbuster.… Expand

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mayindeNov 26, 2020

I find everyone who is scrutinizing this movie to the 15 millionth degree need to get a life and put on glasses. You could honestly analyze every damn movie and say "what the hell is this, how could that happen?!" Im not saying this movie isI find everyone who is scrutinizing this movie to the 15 millionth degree need to get a life and put on glasses. You could honestly analyze every damn movie and say "what the hell is this, how could that happen?!" Im not saying this movie is Oscar worthy in the least, and of course acting/plot/character development weren't even close to some of the best I've seen. But I didn't go to this movie for any of those things cause I knew I wasn't going to get it. I am a true fan of AVP and a "true" fan looks back to the comics. They are what started it all and this movie has the feel and ambiance of all those books we grew to love. Not only that they stayed true to both movie franchises and I had so much fun watching this movie. All the old farts and over analysts who have nothing better to do then bash a movie that wasn't meant for them in the first place can go shove a corn cob up their ass and watch Casablanca (by the way I like Casablanca so don't get me wrong) since its the only thing they'll enjoy. Go see AVPR, it will be worth your while to have a little fun at the movies.… Expand

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c_degnerNov 26, 2020

I came to see Aliens and Predators trying to kick each other's ass!! The human characters may have been 2 dimensional, but who really cares? After all, the title is 'Aliens vs Predator,' not 'Gunnerson, CO, A Love Story.' From readingI came to see Aliens and Predators trying to kick each other's ass!! The human characters may have been 2 dimensional, but who really cares? After all, the title is 'Aliens vs Predator,' not 'Gunnerson, CO, A Love Story.' From reading previous posts, you all know the story and how it goes. The first movie was about the Predator's hunting the Aliens as a right of passage, earning the right to wear shoulder cannons. The addition of the Weyland Corp. discovering the temple in the Antarctic was a good story arc.

This time around, there's the Alien/ Predator hybrid to tangle with from the first movie. Before there is any argument over whether or not the alien takes on the characteristics of its host, I'll remind you that the alien did in the 3rd movie - it burst out of a dog, if I recall correctly, and ran after Ripley and the prisoners on all fours, like it's host would. (My inner nerd/ geek coming out, here)

Another poster mentioned the showing of the hybrid in the nursery to imply it ate the human babies before shoving little baby aliens down the throats of pregnant women, as being "too over the top." I don't recall the aliens having a soul or regard for human or other life; just being the perfect killing machines that they are. Engineered and bred to kill and they do in spades in this film.

I did root for the Predator, and always will, because unlike the aliens, they do have a code. In Predator 2, he was about to kill a woman cop until he discovered she was pregnant. He let her live unlike the aliens in this movie as I mentioned above. Here, we see that he's portrayed much like Harvey Keitel's character of "The Cleaner" in 'Point of No Return' (remember when he dissolved the targets in the fountain using acid?) or 'Pulp Fiction.' He doesn't care how the mess got created, he's just there to clean it up as best he can and leave no traces. Like my Drill Instructor always said - "We were never here."

Why I gave it a '9' out of 10? First was the lighting - too dark; what's wrong with using dimmer light? Have it take place at dusk or dawn, or something? Another was because this Predator was bad ass from the get go; taking on 5 aliens at once isn't an easy feat, but from the sight of his trophy room it's clear he's accomplished and more than capable of handling his task. However, I was let down by him taking one of his shoulder cannons and turning it into a pistol. That cheapened his image for me, because I felt the Predator to be like a ninja type hunter and not have to resort to something that crude. I suppose as maybe a last resort, but still it didn't sit right with me.

The ending I felt was rushed, but it had the same feel as the 'Resident Evil' franchise; giving it a mediocre ending to leave wide enough room for a sequel.

IMO, the human characters just got in the way. Perhaps a better installment to appease everyone would be to leave out the human characters, and have us watch a movie with zero dialog set on a desolate planet in the far reaches of space where we can see both species' behavior in action.

Then again, people would **** about that, too.… Expand

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mrniceguy21Nov 26, 2020

I saw AVPR last night at the movies with high expectations after the disappointing Aliens Vs Predator movie that fell way short, and I have to say I really enjoyed it and thought that this was the type of AVP movie that everyone had beenI saw AVPR last night at the movies with high expectations after the disappointing Aliens Vs Predator movie that fell way short, and I have to say I really enjoyed it and thought that this was the type of AVP movie that everyone had been waiting for. Now, don't get me wrong, it wasn't 100% spot on and of course, there were flaws with the character selection and storyline, but all in all, the movie delivers everything that one expects from an alien movie - gore, shocks, amazing special effects and plenty of thrills and spills.

The movie sort of takes the next step from Alien Resurrection's ending and brings the aliens to earth and explores the massacre that happens when aliens are let loose amongst the general population, and there are plenty of shocks and scares when some unsuspecting homeless person, father and son hunting team or high school jock runs into a facehugger or alien sentry.

The characters aren't particularly interesting - there's no Ripley here - but at the end of the day, you want the humans to live and for the aliens not to spread past the town's borders and infest the rest of the world - there were plenty of shocks and gasps when the main characters are killed one by one in a manner of gruesome encounters.

The best thing about the movie for me had to be all the nods to the original movies - the opening titles have the sound effect from aliens when Hudson is tracking the aliens and they're coming closer and closer, when the humans get into the army truck and drive off the score is similar to when Ripley commanders the naval soldiers' truck and drives the rescue mission into the aliens nest, when the civil guard attacks the aliens, you have the same screaming, mass chaos and alien screams that you hear when the soldiers get attacked in aliens, and of course, the ending with the mystery lady......

All in all, this was the kind of AVP and alien movie that I was looking forward to and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I hope the ongoing interest in the franchise encourages Cameron or Scott or Weaver to get back to the drawing board and bring us a new Alien movie to continue the alien story - with Ripley!

Go see it, shocks and gore galore!… Expand

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dunnypopeNov 26, 2020

I'm a big fan of Alien, Aliens, and Predator... Alien 3, Resurrection... not so much... Hated AVP 1.

When I saw the Rated R Trailer for this, I was intrigued. This film rocks. It's not an Oscar winner, and it's not going to win any awards,I'm a big fan of Alien, Aliens, and Predator... Alien 3, Resurrection... not so much... Hated AVP 1.

When I saw the Rated R Trailer for this, I was intrigued.

This film rocks. It's not an Oscar winner, and it's not going to win any awards, but it's a lot of fun. I found it was well acted for a bunch of unknown actors... the dialogue wasn't too bad, and the predator and aliens were bad ass... also the film has everything from a huge merciless body count to some kick ass fight sequences.

I thought the film was pretty well directed... at least better than the films that I dislike from above.

There were some character flaws, but with some thought it made sense. I would like to see the directors cut (if there is one) just for a bit more character development.

It's worth a watch!… Expand

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irinapantilusNov 26, 2020

In my opinion, AvP:R is a watchable movie. It isn't as horribly dumb and stupid as some people make it out to be. From what I've read, you either love the movie or you hate it: that's your business. If you don't love aliens and predators,In my opinion, AvP:R is a watchable movie. It isn't as horribly dumb and stupid as some people make it out to be. From what I've read, you either love the movie or you hate it: that's your business. If you don't love aliens and predators, then don't waste $8. Sure, I agree, there were plot holes and the characters weren't developed enough, and perhaps if the movie was longer, their budget was greater or they had some better actors the movie would have been a bigger hit. (Even though the action and the CGI's were awesome!) But they didn't and it wasn't. The great thing about it was that they had some kick-ass action. The soundtracks and some of the scenes were taken from the original alien/predator movies, but overall it is a GOOD movie.

SPOILER AHEAD... And yeah, they killed a little boy and some pregnant women, maybe even some newborns...but I mean, come on big deal! Don't completely disown the Strause brothers for going to an area where no one else had enough guts to go. Sure, they killed a kid. It's not like children are completely safe from harm when it comes to killer aliens from outer space. They saved enough children in the first alien and predator movies. It's about time. I'm just saying, it gives it more of a realistic feel. They did save that one kid...

I, personally, loved the movie, as for the rest of you, go see it and develop your own opinion, because I can't do that for you. I just simply tried to give the movie some more dignity. It was GOOD, not terrible, unwatchable and so horrendously set up that all you get out of it is a good nap. It is a good idea and I'm sure that there are plenty of people that could have made it better. And I'm sure that a lot of things could have been made better. But it's done and we should just live with what's there. Maybe one day an even better director will revive it and make AvP3, who knows? And maybe people will love it.

And by the way, some of the "major plot holes" that many of you found could be explained and made logical. All I wish is that the characters were developed more. Other than that, good movie--and that predator kicked ass, even though there was only one.

If you hate it, then don't watch it. If you love it, like me, good for you--buy it when it comes out on DVD. But people, remember, it's just a movie, it's not like it's real or something. It is just some good, old-fashioned entertainment.… Expand

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gODGRINDER1Nov 26, 2020

I'm going to preface this review with this disclaimer: I have been a rabid Predator and Aliens vs. Predator fan since I was 11. When I first saw the Alien skull in the trophy case in "Predator 2," I often held out hope that one day theI'm going to preface this review with this disclaimer: I have been a rabid Predator and Aliens vs. Predator fan since I was 11. When I first saw the Alien skull in the trophy case in "Predator 2," I often held out hope that one day the budgeting, the special-effects wizardry, and a gigantic performance actor (R.I.P. Kevin Peter Hall) would be available to bring my favorite comic book franchise of all time to the silver screen. I got my wish in 2004.

The first AvP was a bit of a let-down (PG-13????!!!!!) in some respects, but a valiant effort in others. Paul Anderson did what he could to incorporate many aspects of the AvP mythos into the plot line (the first comic series, the video game, etc.), but it still kind of fizzled out in a lot of ways. The plot holes and crappy acting aside, I was beside myself seeing these iconic monsters battling it out before my eyes. And the emergence of the Predalien at the end literally left me salivating for a sequel.

Fast forward 3 years and now we have "AvP:R." I'm not going to lie; when I first saw the trailer on YouTube last August, the thought of waiting four months to see this movie was almost too much to bear. That's how good it looked, even compared to the first AvP. This film picks up directly where the first left off, which spares us the agony of "plot development" and instead dives straight into the balls-out extra-terrestrial ultra-violence that we all paid to see. And for those who complain about the "lack of plot," when you view the two parts as a whole, the first movie ended as the plot was still building. Maybe that helps, maybe it doesn't.

All in all, most of the criticisms levied against this film are dead-on; two-dimensional characters, phoned-in performances, violence for violence's sake. Big deal. If you're the kind of person who experienced some sort of existential crisis when "Dumb and Dumber" didn't provide the answers to all of life's burning questions, then watching this movie is going to be extremely painful for you. The rest of us just want to have fun. Besides, look at the source material: While the premise was great, the comic book series aren't especially well-written (not counting, of course, the very first series from 1991 and Chris Claremont's "Deadliest of the Species" series from 1993-1994). Bottom line: This ain't Sundance and it sure as hell ain't Shakespeare in the Park, okay? The deficiency of the human actors notwithstanding, I really enjoyed some of the stuff they did with the Predator character this time around: A glimpse into their homeworld, dual shoulder-cannons, and an overall badassitude delivered in spades as the Aliens are dispatched in the nastiest manner possible. Very, very entertaining to watch and it had the little Predator-nerd in me jumping with glee.

My only REAL problem with the film was the ending. The climactic showdown between the Predator and the Predalien was a bit anti-climactic. And the fight doesn't really matter anyway because they both get caught in a fireball after the Army orders a nuclear strike to "contain the area" (since when does the Army have the authority to dispatch F-22's?.....Oh, and in case you were wondering, the Colorado National Guard is not based in Colorado Springs. I live in Colorado Springs. I know.). At any rate, the nuke was a chicken$#it way to end the movie. I would have liked to have seen the Predator kill the Predalien and then find a way to stow onto the helicopter (GET TO THE CHOPPA!!) so as to escape the blast. But NOOOOOOOO. That wouldn't be fair to the Alien fans!! Pfft.

All in all, this isn't the worst sci-fi movie ever made. I think that title could definitely be reserved for "Resident Evil: Apocalypse" or even "Supernova." This movie is fun, it's flashy, and it's gory. Don't read too much into it because you'll only be disappointed.

A couple of side notes: Being a Colorado native, I would venture to guess that the decision to make Gunnison the backdrop for this film is quite appropriate being that the town is a major hub for hundreds of elk "hunters" from all over the state and the country.

Also, if you've ever been to Gunnison, you know that there are worse ways to end a movie than having that town get blown up by a nuclear bomb. :)… Expand

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agent_of_deathNov 26, 2020

As most of the people who have commented already have said, I am shocked, but not for the same reasons. The film was predictable (but what movie isn't these days?). The plot line wasn't as well put together as I hoped, but it didn't rely on aAs most of the people who have commented already have said, I am shocked, but not for the same reasons. The film was predictable (but what movie isn't these days?). The plot line wasn't as well put together as I hoped, but it didn't rely on a plot twist every twenty minutes to keep the audience awake. And the fact that there was only one predator killing over 50 aliens seemed doubtful. However I knew that this is what the movie was going to be like, in fact I was doubtful if it even was half as good as the flop that was the original. I was shocked that I liked it much more than the first one. Many scenes in the film do seem to take off of some of the alien movies. But so far I've been saying only negative things about it, so here are the positives. If your looking for a movie that you can actually watch the whole way through, this would be it. It is non-stop action, and the plot line doesn't go so far off that you sit there wondering what is going on. The movie moves at a nice pace, not slow (like the bore that was No country for old men) and not to fast (like the mind numbing oceans 13). The aliens look way more menacing than the ones from the first one (they looked funny in the first), and the predator was much more of a hunter than any of the other films made the species look like. There are also many scenes which use the full capability of both the species, using many of the what ifs. And the thing that I liked most about this movie is that it was more real than any of the first avp movie, which went to far out on a tangent. So I have a theory about this movie, if you enter the theater expecting another Citizen Kane or Godfather, I can safely say YES you will be disappointed. But if your there to watch an exciting film that will leave you at the edge of your seat such as Resident Evil 3 or Hit-man, then NO you won't be disappointed. So in the end, It wasn't as good as Alien 1 or 2, it was WAY better than Alien 3&4, it had a more interesting plot than either predator movie, and it wasn't a disgrace like AVP1.… Expand

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oihadsfNov 26, 2020

10 out of 10 you better believe it... but why?

Like I said, the comments sold me on this film. Every bad comment discussed character development, plot lines, plot holes, etc etc. Every great comment discussed kick assery, sweet gadgets, and10 out of 10 you better believe it... but why?

Like I said, the comments sold me on this film. Every bad comment discussed character development, plot lines, plot holes, etc etc. Every great comment discussed kick assery, sweet gadgets, and lots and lots of mindless violence and destruction. That's how I knew I would love this movie. Now before the nut jobs reading this judge me, I'm not a fan of real life violence. I understand the difference between fantasy and reality. Which is why I can love this movie so damn much. Here it goes...

Look at the title people. I think the first three words might be Alien vs. Predator. I don't see anything in that title that would lead me to believe "Oscar worthy" or "in-depth". So I wonder, when you hear that what does your brain think? If your brain thinks character development, then you have serious problems with the way your brain processes information. If you hear sweet alien death scenes then your brain is working top notch. Just think about it, when you hear WWF Cage Match are you really hoping to see 40 minutes of The Undertaker discussing why he's in the cage match and how if he doesn't win, he won't have the money for his daughter's surgery. Hell no, all you hear is kicking ass. (On a side note I don't watch wrestling, it's just a good metaphor)

This movie was everything I wanted it to be. I didn't want to see a movie that sucked me into the characters and made me care about them. I didn't want a movie that spent more than five minutes progressing a plot. I wanted exactly what that title states. I wanted something based solely on straight up sci-fi killing madness. The damn movie is called Alien vs. Predator. That's all I wanted to see and that's exactly what I got. Aliens fighting a predator, a predator fighting aliens. It's in the damn title people.

If you went to see this movie and didn't enjoy it... tough luck. Think for a change. So to actually give some advice for the movie going public that is still reading this far, (congrats, you have patience above and beyond the majority of people, which is kinda sad, but $#%& them, they couldn't read this far anyways) if you want an in depth movie that will make you think and care and feel emotions, DO NOT see this movie. You will hate it. Go see Juno or Charlie Wilson's War instead. However, if you want exactly what the title states, you will get it, and you will love every single moment of it. This movie is as bad ass as it is kick ass. Trust me on this one, if watching Alien's fight a Predator ends up in your fantasies as often as hot chick's do (which I honestly hope it doesn't, though I can understand how that could be) you will love everything you see.… Expand

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WeedWhackaNov 26, 2020

I don't know why everybody is bashing the movie so hard.

Yeah, sure its not up there with ridley scott or james cameron's version but it sure as hell beats the *beep* out of avp1 and aliens4. In some parts I felt like I was watching a reI don't know why everybody is bashing the movie so hard.

Yeah, sure its not up there with ridley scott or james cameron's version but it sure as hell beats the *beep* out of avp1 and aliens4.

In some parts I felt like I was watching a re enacting of aliens (the familiar scenes and background musics while they rode the tank and the getaway from the nukes)

I've been a alien fan since i first seen alien back in the 70's as a kid. I had already given up on seeing a alien (/predator) movie that would really entertain me.

The movie was not without flaws, and im not talking about a weak plot (dude, its aliens vs predator not shindlers list).

OK, the teenage drama stuff was kind of unnecessary but it didn't bother me that much.

What really annoyed me was the way to close up shots during the action scenes, combined with the fast movement and the plentiful darkness i had a hard time recognizing what was going on at some points.

*beep* that bourne legacy camera and cutting style (it totally ruins the action!) I want to see what is happening and don't want to guess who just got what, where.

I understand the film makers wanted to avoid showing the creatures too clearly to make them more frightening, that's all right. But It was just too dark at times.

All in all a good movie, compared to what we have been fed in the past since aliens (alien3 was OK but NO GUNS WTF?!?)

I would happily buy a ticket for avp3 if they decide to continue the story where avp2 ended. As i said, its a action/scifi/monster flick and it does its job good. So please don't look for shindlers list, you wont find it here.

I do hope they are going to lend a bit more from the avp comics, that would be so awesome. This part was a nice start.… Expand

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cobradvs1Nov 26, 2020

This is a movie definitely worth seeing. It is much different than the first in that there is a lot more action and blood. As good as it is it does have flaws. Lets just say I don't think the acting is going to be nominated for a goldenThis is a movie definitely worth seeing. It is much different than the first in that there is a lot more action and blood. As good as it is it does have flaws. Lets just say I don't think the acting is going to be nominated for a golden globe, but thats a small complaint when you consider the rest of the movie. The only other problen is some of the lighting, sometimes you cant see well, but again that is a small complaint. Now if you have'nt predator or alien, you might not understand some of the things that the predator or the alien do. Another new thing is the predalien, he prettymuch is sweet but not as sweet as the predator. This movie is worth seeing but if your not sure, wait until it comes out on DVD.… Expand

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neo_corvisNov 26, 2020

After the watered down effort AvP was which had an interesting premise but poor delivery, I went into the cinema with an open mind. There will always be people who don't want the Alien or Predator series to be tarnished by numerous brainlessAfter the watered down effort AvP was which had an interesting premise but poor delivery, I went into the cinema with an open mind. There will always be people who don't want the Alien or Predator series to be tarnished by numerous brainless sequels, I for one am one of those people. However I do feel that this film delivers some serious kick ass action and a decent story whilst tying up some ends.

The predalien is a new twist to the series which to me is needed whilst the alien and predator are back doing what they do best, the fact that most action with both creatures is shot for real without CGI for the most part brings back some reality into the film series. I find it doesn't matter how 'real' something looks, your mind just tells you that it isn't real. The acting was something that I felt may let the story down as there are no real recognisable big names but they were believable in the roles they played.

Being set in modern day Colorado I was fearing from the trailers a bit of a teen slasher flick vibe but it didn't turn into one. I thought too that being set where it's set it would just feel too far removed from its space roots to feel like an alien film (thank god for sewers). Although it is interesting to note, I mean who says Alien films have to be in space? The music was well written as there was recognisable themes running through the score for the predator and alien. The other thing in this film is that it didn't play safe and everyone was fair game quite a few chestbursting scenes that are far gorier than AvP.

Now, spoiler or 2 ahead so be warned... The story picks up straight after AvP with the predalien chestburster wreaking havoc onboard the predator ship. I swear the aliens seem to grow faster in each flick however it was hinted that the predators used a juiced up queen in the pyramid in the original. This was so that laying of eggs, facehugger gestation and alien growth time are hastened so the hunt can begin sooner. The predator in the film seems to be the guy who ties up loose ends but ultimately he ends up over his head as the alien spawn gets larger and larger. There are some very cool new gadgets which I won't reveal but you can see a couple in the trailers. You also get a quick glimpse of the Predator homeworld which is awesome. The main predator's seat looks very much like the seat that the 'space jockey' is sitting in in the original Alien.

Apart from the creatures, the main human characters in the film seem to be a woman marine very reminiscent of Ripley and to me thats not such a bad thing as I just didn't relate to the main female lead in the original AvP. There is also a main male lead who is trying to escape with his brother. To be honest I found the acting in the first flick to be annoying apart from Lance Henriksen who is an acting god and his demise in that film was totally unconvincing (Thanks Paul Anderson for giving the man such poor material to work with).

The ending does tie up some of the Alien movie mythos nicely. In the future in the Alien films "the company" was Weyland Yutani, we met Weyland in AvP and in this you see the Yutani side and a suggestion as to how we accelerated our understanding of technology in the future.

All in all I was pleasantly surprised, it wasn't a touch on the original films from either of the alien or pred films but it does fit in nicely to the genre and stands on it own feet bringing something new to the series whilst being faithful to its roots.… Expand

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taruc_91744Nov 26, 2020

Having been an Alien fan for quite some time now I went to go see this movie with some skepticism to say the least. Aliens or Alien 2 is still my favorite movie to this day. I am not the type of person who likes just any movie because I am aHaving been an Alien fan for quite some time now I went to go see this movie with some skepticism to say the least. Aliens or Alien 2 is still my favorite movie to this day. I am not the type of person who likes just any movie because I am a fan of a series or character. A v P 2 really caught my interest because it reminded me of the Aliens graphic novel where earth is overrun by Aliens and there are only a handful of humans left. After seeing the film I was happily surprised on how well it was made. The movie pulls no punches and is as violent as ever. The Aliens were great and so was the Predator. This is the beginning of the end for earth and hopefully they continue to go into this direction. I also liked the fact that they used basically new, no name actors. Not to say that these actors are no names...I just cant find a better phrase for it. It had th feel of the old Aliens movie with the screams and automatic gunfire, and the ending...boy....if you are a fan, this will be even better for you. Overall I thought A v P Requiem was good and it gets a recommendation from this Aliens fan...! Go see it!… Expand

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tcalbazNov 27, 2020

Try to see this movie with fresh eyes. I believe there is adequate but not perfect to the previous AVP movie. Come to this movie as if you had never seen any of the previous alien movies before and be prepared to be entertained and thrilled.Try to see this movie with fresh eyes. I believe there is adequate but not perfect to the previous AVP movie. Come to this movie as if you had never seen any of the previous alien movies before and be prepared to be entertained and thrilled. Aliens VS Predator Requiem is a classic scary alien horror movie that pays homage to the genre in great classic style. Director brothers Colin Strause and Greg Strause have done a fine job delivering a first class product. The movie never losses its pace or focus. There are no wasted scenes. Judged on its own merit this is a great, entertaining flick.… Expand

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thanna-1Nov 27, 2020

I've been a fan of these two creatures since i was 3, watching both predator and aliens more times than I can remember. when 2004's "AvP" was released i was incredibly disappointed as were so many other fans. Why? because the film reallyI've been a fan of these two creatures since i was 3, watching both predator and aliens more times than I can remember. when 2004's "AvP" was released i was incredibly disappointed as were so many other fans. Why? because the film really didn't have its fundamental idea.

So when AvP-R was confirmed I didn't have a shred of hope that this film would be any good at all.

But I was wrong, this film delivers what it promises....ALIENS VS PREDATOR! a lot of the complaints about this film are about human characters...really? it's a Vs. movie...do you expect great human drama?

the film draws it strength from this, its trying to be the ultimate battle between the two creatures. not humans fighting the creatures. otherwise we'd have AvPvH-R

the fights are great, excelling where "AvP" failed and really if you want to see this film is that not what you want?

I recommend this to those that want to see Aliens fighting Predators or who were let down by "AvP", for those who expect human drama from a Vs. Movie I suggest you go see "Kramer vs. Predator"… Expand

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matt_laxtonNov 27, 2020

Aliens is one of my favorite movies, as is Predator I. This movie gets back to some of those basics. Predator 2, Alien Resurrection, and AVP were abominations which almost killed these movies. This one is surprisingly good. The action scenesAliens is one of my favorite movies, as is Predator I. This movie gets back to some of those basics. Predator 2, Alien Resurrection, and AVP were abominations which almost killed these movies. This one is surprisingly good. The action scenes were well done, the suspense was there. This was not a moronic gore flick, but a decent Aliens/predator movie. It does not live up to the originals of these series, but it comes a lot closer than AVP or Ressurrection. Maybe this movie will get them back on track.

This movie does borrow heavily from the first 2 aliens, and first predator. This is alright by me, because it makes the movie feel more like them. Now what we need is a new, original script to get aliens back on track, and then an original predator script. Lets hope it happens! If you are a fan of the original 3 Aliens, and the original predator, you will like this movie. If you liked resurrection or AVP, you will probably not like this movie.… Expand

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jaymesburrNov 27, 2020

I don't know why there are so many negative comments for this movie, it was great! You would have to be thinking "AVPR is going to suck," to even think it is bad. I do realize that there is other people that gave this movie a nice, decentI don't know why there are so many negative comments for this movie, it was great! You would have to be thinking "AVPR is going to suck," to even think it is bad. I do realize that there is other people that gave this movie a nice, decent rating; but shame on those who didn't. It wasn't PG-13, which already suggests it should be a halfway decent movie. The Predator kicks ass, especially with the blue liquid (I don't know why someone said those scenes were horrible) and blasts the heads clean off the potheads. I will admit, a plot was somewhat absent from this movie, but if you look deeper the "plot" is the Predator killing off all the Aliens. The brutality was exceptional (I recall the scene of the one blonde girl running and she gets pinned against the wall by the Predator's razor disk. I can perhaps see the side of those who hated it though, maybe their not hardcore fans of horror movies (I am), but cut it some slack.… Expand

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Biffe2Nov 27, 2020

This time the PG13-crew took a break and let the real film-makers do they thing! This movie is exactly what Alien and Predator is all about! These species don't care about the fragile minds of conservative Americans, neither do they care ifThis time the PG13-crew took a break and let the real film-makers do they thing! This movie is exactly what Alien and Predator is all about! These species don't care about the fragile minds of conservative Americans, neither do they care if you are 2 years old or 80 years of age. They don't care if you are pregnant and they don't care if you are pretty, blond and have a nice butt! The point is that we don't matter in this fight and neither does all the laws of the big movie-companies and the ratings that makes sure that little kids should be able to watch a movie which is clearly not meant for them.

Many have said that this movie is predictable. They are wrong! This movie obeys the laws of the Aliens and the Predators, not the laws of sequels and money-hungry directors. All the people you think will make it so "the boy can get the girl" and the big, tough GI-Joe can save the day, dies! They are worthless in this fight and so are the rest of humanity. Let's face it: This is exactly how it would go down if this were to happen in real life.In a "man to monster" fight, we are a pathetic species compared to these creatures and that is all this movie is about. This movie is not about movie-stars or "we are the world", neither does the "home of the brave" save the world as they always do. We are just little ants in they way of a stronger race and they step on us if we get in their path. Finally! This time they stick to the story, not the boastful egos of those who are watching and wait for Captein America to come and save the day.

Humans do not matter here, unlike the terrible and ridiculous ending of AVP, where a human is respected by the Predators for being "brave". Let's face it, we are very insignificant in the bigger picture, all though many people don't like do admit it. This movie has very few, if not zero, clichés and all the standard BS that these movies usually contain, is taken away, probably just to make a point about the fact that Hollywood need to start taking the Alien/Predator-audience serious. That does not mean that this movie is worthy of an Oscar or should be placed on the same level of film-making as Lord of The Rings and The Godfather. It just means that this sequel is very good as a Sci-fi/Predator/Alien-movie and that the director take the genre and the fans serious when it comes to what the audience want and expect. Movies like this will never be taken serious on an academic level and many people will probably laugh at my attempt to do so, but the fact is that these movies deserves just as much to be in the "movie-universe" as any other films and when I decide to see one (since I like these movies), I expect the director to not waist my time.

So, I am not comparing AVPR to LOTR, I am comparing AVPR to every other movie in this genre and there are rules to be followed and a limit to how ridiculous even a Sci-fi movie can get. This movie on the other hand, stays within these limits and they simply put Aliens and a Predator on earth in a populated town, let them do their thing and hell breaks loose! Nothing more or nothing less! This movie is made for those who want to watch Alien vs Predator, not those who want to see an educational and romantic movie with a moral and a happy ending that stays within the taboos of our society. Let's face it, people: Aliens and Predators do not care for many peoples frail needs and dependence of government censorship. These monsters do what they do, no matter what you think of it.

So... let me tell you, if the fundamentaly raw and violent world of Alien Vs Predator is what you want, then that is exactly what you will get! If you don't like that, stay at home and do something else. Enjoy!… Expand

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mikeyb-7Nov 27, 2020

I heard that it was crap so I was pleasantly surprised that the corny dialog didn't get in the way of an overall fun movie. And enough wasn't explained in the movie which was a nice touch. However it did feel like a TV episode, but the way TVI heard that it was crap so I was pleasantly surprised that the corny dialog didn't get in the way of an overall fun movie. And enough wasn't explained in the movie which was a nice touch. However it did feel like a TV episode, but the way TV is going there is nothing wrong with that. The three screaming Japanese girls sitting next to me added to the experience as well.

I kept expecting Arnie to turn up though when the bongo drums started playing. I thought that was to do with the jungle theme of the first predator movie not the Predators Ipod selection.

I think some people are being too harsh on this movie. I think those people should go and make their own version. Its what these guys did when they didn't like the first one.… Expand

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kenichi-3Nov 27, 2020

I was so sad about all these bad reviews, so i had to give my verdict of this flick - and that is a perfect Ten!

Here is my reasons for this verdict are the following. This movie was never intended to hold any deeper plot, Fact! there isI was so sad about all these bad reviews, so i had to give my verdict of this flick - and that is a perfect Ten!

Here is my reasons for this verdict are the following.

This movie was never intended to hold any deeper plot, Fact! there is simply not time for this, as our famous aliens multiply pretty fast(seen even in ridly's movie)and in less than 24 hours in perfect environment, these WILL multiply. It's all instinct of survival for them, nothing personal. The predator has to clean op the mess we humans only can handle with a sturdy space airlock or something with 40 megaton. Furthermore the main characters in this movie are the aliens and the predator, not the humans (Humans are necessary as they speak English, as well as we need some easy victims). The title indicates that the battle is between aliens and predator - not the humans.

I think this movie illustrate greatly how civilians as well the government will react to such a threat and how strangers can unite in a stressed situation. I would say that the movie would be very lame if it has a deeper storyline and in-depth character analysis. This will brake the pace or the stress factor of the movie and furthermore add irrelevance to the movie as they mostly will die sometime in this flick.

Now there are many ways to be entertained. we have the deeper and emotional(which scores very high among film critics, but usually bores the hell out of me - such as all the European movies and woody Allen flicks)and Then, we have this(not a deep story just visual pleasure)such as porn-flicks, Tarantino movies, gore movies, martial arts movies, all die hards and the most used action story "I used to work for some government agency, but now i'm framed". If you like any of these movies then you know what i talk about, and then this movies is you! - remember the Beers, Smokes and Pizzas and watch it with your best friends:) it's time for rock'n'roll!

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compgeek33Nov 27, 2020

To put it short, the actors suck bad and do not help the credibility of the film, but last time I checked, it's Alien vs Predator so they're the only characters to pay attention to. The predator is a real badass here, being a ruthlessTo put it short, the actors suck bad and do not help the credibility of the film, but last time I checked, it's Alien vs Predator so they're the only characters to pay attention to. The predator is a real badass here, being a ruthless scavenger taking no prisoners while the aliens look very old school with the closeup shots and noises. The old predator music that was in the first 5 minute trailer was not included here which sucked cause I thought it was a nice touch. The Barack Obama cop gets owned for being naive and Dallas and that Sigourney Weaver chick come off pretty good at the end since they knew better of the army's agenda.

Overall, if I skip the non-predator non-alien scenes in the beginning, the buildup to the chaos at the end keeps me stoked, so it's nice to watch once and a while for my Predator fix, but nothing beats the original. I could go for a sequel, but just put some Clive Owens or Tom Berringers or Gary Oldmans (give me your own lists if you disagree) to ensure quality.

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gts123Nov 27, 2020

After the generally poor reviews by some, and the lowish rating here on IMDb, I was not expecting much from this sequel, but was very pleasantly surprised. IMHO much better than the first AvP film and more like my favourite original AliensAfter the generally poor reviews by some, and the lowish rating here on IMDb, I was not expecting much from this sequel, but was very pleasantly surprised. IMHO much better than the first AvP film and more like my favourite original Aliens (2) - lots of action, a minimal but adequate character build-up, and great special effects. If you are a fan of the Alien or Predator films, or indeed the great PC multi-player games AvP & AvP2, I would recommend you ignore the poor reviews and go see it with an open mind. In fact I am struggling to think of anything negative to say about Requiem - the music and sound effects were excellent, the acting good, the storyline nicely fitted into the whole series of films. I guess the only departure from the earlier films is that there is not one single strong character who dominates the story like the Ripley or Dutch or Harrigan characters - but I think that is a good thing and a bit more 'believable'.… Expand

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timosphereNov 27, 2020

I don't understand the whining I'm hearing on IMDb about this movie. Maybe the portly fanboys should stay home and watch their reruns of Babylon 5 rather than attempting to comment on a film with solid acting, storyline, and FX (like CodeineI don't understand the whining I'm hearing on IMDb about this movie. Maybe the portly fanboys should stay home and watch their reruns of Babylon 5 rather than attempting to comment on a film with solid acting, storyline, and FX (like Codeine cough syrup, watching "Enterprise" reruns more than once a month causes one to forget what those things are). Guys who spend most of their time staring at pictures of Bea Arthur in their basements don't rate high on my "critics" scale.

As for me, I was extremely surprised at the "bring it home" storyline and key elements that were included in this film. They even kept the faith with such homages to Sigourney Weaver's famous APC driving scene from "Aliens" and even the some of the cool alien sound effects used by James Cameron. The fear and horror elements of the film were also true-to-life and really struck up the "what would you do" thinking we've all done regarding these horrific creatures. The ending was even great and left the door open for future work. I walked out of the theatre feeling refreshed, given that the first AVP left me a little less than impressed (despite Lance Henriksen's typically fantastic work).

This film certainly restored my faith in the franchise - whether Sigourney ever comes back or not (but we hope she will!) For me, here's how it rates against the competition (best to worst): Alien, Aliens, AVPR, Alien Resurrection, AVP, Alien 3.

See it or rent it. You won't be disappointed.… Expand

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jimmyass187Nov 27, 2020

Ever since i was a kid a have been a HUGE fan of both franchises, and like everyone else like me when the first AVP came out i was Shocked, mostly by how FOX managed to ruin 2 of my favorite franchises in one crappy movie. it was a short,Ever since i was a kid a have been a HUGE fan of both franchises, and like everyone else like me when the first AVP came out i was Shocked, mostly by how FOX managed to ruin 2 of my favorite franchises in one crappy movie. it was a short, written full of holes and with a PG-13 rating it was but but a poor shadow of both original concepts.

That was my first thought when i heard about AVP2 but guess what... Although this film has got all the markings of another teen horror flick (a hunky cop dude, a slutty blond teen, a bully-beaten boyfriend etc..), and no Real HERO character, what it does have is a fairly Cool setting for the PRED to do what he does Best. Starting out exactly when the First AVP left of (like i knew he would) this movie follows the account of The PREDALIEns crash in the ship after killing all the hunters on board, of course the Hunters wont miss such an opportunity for Sport and a new hunter flys in to "Clean up" the mess... in other words the PRED is finally back in business after the poor performance by the relatively Sissy hunters in AVP who managed to get killed from the start. This movie is well paced and is Very "R" rated (theres even a skinned corpse and much more:) though it seems that like in many series the producers pour more ketchup on walls instead of cinematic sophistication. technically i think the action could have been smoothed out a bit without resorting to RapVideo style filming and editing but it is still mosly inYOface hack & slash, with NEW PRED weapons and A PREDALIEn hybrid got me clappin my hands from joy a number of times... The sound work was better than expected with audio sampled from the original PREDATOR movies and the ALAN SILVESTRI soundtrack...… Expand

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De_PriesterNov 27, 2020

I'm a big fan of both the Alien quadrilogy and all the predator movies. And what I expect from such a movie is a lot of destruction, explosions, killings, blood, gore, and just plain violence. This is the kind of movie you know what to expectI'm a big fan of both the Alien quadrilogy and all the predator movies. And what I expect from such a movie is a lot of destruction, explosions, killings, blood, gore, and just plain violence. This is the kind of movie you know what to expect and if you like seeing it AVPR is a great movie.

Now I can imagine a lot of people will say this movie is terrible because they expect something different. There isn't a complicated story-line, nor is there a great character development.

This is the kind of movie you watch with a couple of your friends, or after a long day. No need to think about it, just watch a big Predator pummel aliens.

If you enjoy the weapons, the Predator technology, the explosions and face-melting alien blood, welcome to a great movie! If you expect something complicated or mind altering, don't watch this movie.… Expand

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nikoladjokicNov 27, 2020

I watched this movie 15 days ago (first time), and i thought that this is nothing special. But when I watched him for third time, I understand that this is something really good. AVP2 is certainly better than Predator 2, Alien 3,4, and II watched this movie 15 days ago (first time), and i thought that this is nothing special. But when I watched him for third time, I understand that this is something really good. AVP2 is certainly better than Predator 2, Alien 3,4, and I think even better than AVP 1. (Predator 1 and Alien 1 is still the best) There are some pretty ugly scene (in the hospital) and stupid part of movie (foolish teenagers s...), poor acting, but still here is some really great parts (predator town, predator lab, beginning (finishing of AVP 1) of movie, predatalien, old good weapons, lot of Aliens (for killing), lot of fights, always stupid humans (with pathetic M-16), HOPEFULL END (AVP 3 IS Coming)… Expand

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alanrayfordNov 27, 2020

I didn't see AVP 2 in the theatres. I saw it on DVD in the relative comfort and solitude of my living room. As such, I really don't see why everybody on IMDb has seen fit to hate on this flick. I liked AVP 2 and think it was one of the betterI didn't see AVP 2 in the theatres. I saw it on DVD in the relative comfort and solitude of my living room. As such, I really don't see why everybody on IMDb has seen fit to hate on this flick. I liked AVP 2 and think it was one of the better films in the franchise--for pure guttural thrills.

I will admit that the first AVP was a waste of film and time. But, I can't say that about this sequel. despite its dubious origins, it actually succeeds at being better, by far, than the original. It was friggin' awesome to see the aliens on Earth, stalking small town USA. This is largely because it didn't respect the typical boundaries of the genre. If Brock Samson, from the Venture Bros., saw this film, his eyes would bulge out--no women and children my ass.

When that ship crashed and the hunter and his child went to see it, I figured they'd escape. When the father was killed, I just knew the son would still get away--he didn't. I am a huge fan of the genre and see through most movies. That one death scene knocked me on my butt, because it established that no one was off limits. Pregnant chicks, the hot ex-girlfriend, children, they were all open to a violent end and many met them. Horror movies become terribly boring when you know who will live and who will die, which was not the case with this one I have to say. Yes, the characters weren't that well developed. But, seeing as how there was no guarantee they were going to live, does it really matter.

Another great part of this movie, which was sooo very lacking in the rest of the franchise, is that it was relatable. I don't live in the future and, therefore, can't claim to know what a space station looks like. However, I do know a hospital, a school, a diner, and a standard neighborhood when I see one. Hell, I patronize diners frequently. Seeing a poor waitress impregnated with three xenomorophs in a kitchen registered with me more than seeing it in yet another gun-metal grey hallway or ventilation shaft ever would. With everything being set in a real world environment, the movie just had more of an impact on me.

Lastly, the full title of this film is Alien Vs. Predator: Requiem. They are the true stars of this film and they are the ones who set the pace. The ship crashed because of an Alien. The human characters banded together after running for their lives from the Aliens. Chaos ensued when the Predator knocked out the power for the whole town. Coolness came about when the ex-con got his hands on the Predator's gun and was lighting things up. In short, it was the aliens who dictated how the story progressed and all the humans could do was react and hope to survive--which only four pulled off. It's only fitting that the actors were playing abstracts, at best.

All in all, AVP 2 really delivers. An appropriate level of violence--check. A high body count, which keeps you on your feet--check. Cookie cutter characters who you won't really care about until they die gruesomely and unexpectedly--check. Decent FX that effectively convey the inherent danger of the story for the viewer--check. A storyline and acting which require no effort to follow, allowing you to just watch, cringe, and enjoy--check.

To everybody who doesn't like this movie I say this. Don't hate it for what it isn't: a masterpiece, a life changing event, grand art, or a trend-setter. Anybody could do that and they'd be missing the point. Love AVP 2 for what it is: dark, grim, violent, unexpected, seemingly random, and, lastly, wholly entertaining. If another sequel is done, I hope it is paced like this one and not like a doctoral dissertation which has to explain the setting in great detail. A ten out of ten!!… Expand

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rachelalicehuntNov 27, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ***Spoiler Alert*** The theatrical release was horrible since they cut out all the great gore and violence. The Unrated version, about 17 minutes longer, is way, way better. Not in the category of Aliens but far better than Paul W.S. Anderson's horrible AVP. It's not 5 stars but a strong 4 stars. Reiko Aylesworth, the military mommy and Ripley heir-apparent does a pretty good job (not a Sigourney Weaver job but good). Ms. Aylesworth was in 24 (TV Series) and in the excellent Mr. Brooks (Kevin Costner as the serial killer).

Even the title sequence with the Predator ship was cut from the theatrical release. The smaller ship that crashes to earth was docked at the big ship at the end of AVP. But, an alien was on board (Ripley's line in Aliens) in the chest of the Predator from AVP. I guess the Predator "teenagers" were going back to earth or somewhere to prove their worthiness to carry "the mark".

The aliens grew too fast in AVP and the theatrical release of AVP-R but not here. It took some time. The dad and his kid, in the forest, woke up with them bursting out of their chests. Censored because of the kid I guess. And, the hospital was a breeding ground after a new alien mother used the women's unborn to make more aliens. Kinda sick but new.

Kristen Hager (Jesse), the hot blonde, did say something stupid, "The government doesn't lie to people." Everyone looked at her like, "Gee, what a bimbo!" But, she was nice looking (for the guys in her lingerie).

Anyway, after the crash and the "Supreme" Predator, I guess) finds out there's trouble, he heads to Earth to kill the aliens. He has some big fights with the Aliens, unlike in AVP or the theatrical release of AVP-R, and kills a few people in the process. He takes on two Predators at once even...watch the movie for the fun.

The Colorado National Guard is slaughtered in less than 5 minutes by hordes of Aliens. Guess the Colonial Marines (led by Micheal Biehn in Aliens) weren't around yet. But, Reiko Aylesworth had some training I guess since she's takes over, drives the APC, and flies the helicopter. She also whacks a bunch of aliens.

Some errors: Having a Dallas (The name of the Capt. of the ship in Alien) was strange. The Predator's gun that blasts Aliens to pieces was taken but not given to Weyland Industries but a Japanese concern. I doubt the Army would allow a Colonel, or a General, to do that. It does explain Yutani's involvement with Weyland Industries in Aliens. In the end, why isn't Reiko Aylesworth the only one still standing (add her child) like all the other Alien flicks? I personally thought Alien: Resurrection was fun just to see Jean-Pierre Jeunet make it and the great Winona Ryder as the "artificial person" (just for Bishop's feelings--Aliens) replacing Bishop (Lance Henricksen).

Nevertheless, The Predator in this flick would give Gov. Terminator a run for his money rather than the "teenager" Predator he fought. But, why send just one Predator? I guess he was tough enough. The unrated version is excellent to watch just to have fun. I guess there are monsters after all.… Expand

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Alien_VNov 27, 2020

Im a big Predator 1,2, and Arnold Schwarzenegger fans,i love Aliens(1986) too.Predator is one of my favorite movies ever!

OK lets start by talking a little about AVP. In 2004 i saw the movie AVP at the video store,so i rented it to see whatIm a big Predator 1,2, and Arnold Schwarzenegger fans,i love Aliens(1986) too.Predator is one of my favorite movies ever!

OK lets start by talking a little about AVP. In 2004 i saw the movie AVP at the video store,so i rented it to see what it looks like and after half of the movie i was bored... Not enough action,actor were OK thats it(Salmon,Henriksen),but the predators were looking really bad. Nowhere near Predator,Predator2,Alien,Aliens,Alien³.Even Alien4 was better i think.

I gave it a 6/10 back in 2004,and i was generous. then we heard rumors about a Predator 3 so i was excited to see it!Then they did not make it,instead they did an AVP-R.

So i was very disappointed because i did not like the first AVP movie,but i was hoping for a better VS movie at least.What i got was a movie with some good action,but bad director/writer/producer/actors made this movie lot worst that it could have been.I had fun,its a little too dark,maybe they fixed this in the DVD i don't know,but the main problem of this movie is:actor badly directed,story weak(bad writer),actor not good at all(or the fact that they are badly directed),no likable character,but great looking predator,much better than AVP predators.They restored that in AVP-R,at least thats a start.

They need the punch of the late 80's early 90's director/writer

The movie itself has action,gore,violence but has not the magic,script ,decent directing and likable character that made Predator and Aliens so good(which i both gave 10/10)

With a decent director like(James Cameron,John Mctierman,Paul Verhoeven) im sure the movie would be a lot better,but they did not want to pay!

So i will say that its better than AVP (for the action),the acting was better in AVP.but i still end up giving AVP 4/10 AVP-R 7/10

If you want a movie that kick some butts watch RAMBO 4 that is a 10/10

NOW ITS TIME FOR A PREDATOR 3 with decent director/writer/actors

example: old school:James Cameron,John Mctierman,Paul Verhoeven maybe even Stallone to direct the movie!He is a decent writer/director and he proved that in Rambo 4 and he was the writer of Rambo and Rocky movies!

2000's new talent:Zach Snyder,Robert Rodriguez,

All we need now is a Predator 3,maybe after they could make avp3 but,all the fans want Predator 3 or Alien 5 ,even on the AVP-R boards,we all want Predator 3,not avp3,

Hollywood should ask us to help them to make a Predator 3!

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disdressed12Nov 27, 2020

i liked this particular.movie,even though somewhere along the line,it becomes many different movies.it's a teenage slasher flick,with some Red dawn thrown in the mix.the characters suddenly become either Rambo,or Ripley,from the originali liked this particular.movie,even though somewhere along the line,it becomes many different movies.it's a teenage slasher flick,with some Red dawn thrown in the mix.the characters suddenly become either Rambo,or Ripley,from the original Alien series.the plot twist are telegraphed a mile away.i will admit there are some pretty exciting scenes,and my adrenaline was pretty high at times.there are many more fight scenes between the two title characters.and even though the movie is all over the place,i still enjoyed it.the theatrical version of this film was rated R or 18A in Canada,and the unrated version(which i watched)promised more gore and scenes too shocking for theatres.honestly though,many TV shows are just as graphic and violent and usually have a 14A rating. it really bugs me when studios come out with these unrated versions with scenes too shocking for theatres.i have yet too see any unrated movie contain any scenes too shocking for theatres.too me,this is a cheap marketing gimmick and false advertising.anyway,back to the movie.despite it's problems,i still enjoyed it immensely.for me,AVPR:Alien vs Predator-Requiem is a 10/10… Expand

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NikkDaMrkerNov 29, 2020

After watching Alien vrs Predator Reqium, I looked up some of your comments which were incorrect. Avp2 isn't at all dreadful, it is a 3-4 star film which contains blood and guts, who doesn't see that in sci-fi films? Maybe In one or twoAfter watching Alien vrs Predator Reqium, I looked up some of your comments which were incorrect. Avp2 isn't at all dreadful, it is a 3-4 star film which contains blood and guts, who doesn't see that in sci-fi films? Maybe In one or two places it is a little predictable, but is still exciting to watch? I would Rather Congratulate the director than slate a film which doesn't deserve it. Further-more It Isn't at all predictable thanks to the creative story line used to re-create the idea. I disagree completely with most comments, if anything avp1 was a disappointment. I sat there predicting the fight scenes while 1 by 1 the humans were either, Stabbed,eaten,slashed or just simply impregnated by the aliens. And all this action was happening in a cave. At least Avp2 has a decent environment which on hd TV makes the movie come to life. I Can't wait till avp3 which i'm sure will be succecfull just like Alien Vrs Predator Reqium… Expand

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SeanDTheFilmMakNov 29, 2020

Ya know would you believe I bought this on accident. The video store had tons of films on sale and snagged it thinking it was the other AVP.

As I watched the film, clearly it didn't have A-list actors but was really surprised. It didn't feelYa know would you believe I bought this on accident. The video store had tons of films on sale and snagged it thinking it was the other AVP.

As I watched the film, clearly it didn't have A-list actors but was really surprised. It didn't feel cheap in anyway, and the follow through is good.

When it comes to plot lines, you can say that it was average. Most films whether they be first class or B-Films have for the most part a rather basic plot line. In pirates - Dead man- everyone is looking for the Heart, Transformers, OK well we're looking for a cube, and in most cases when being attacked by alien foe we are trying to escape. I've read over many reviews and Im surprised that people have been going on and on about the plot. Come on its just a fun kick back entertaining story. It isn't a "beautiful mind" and when I want to watch that kind of film... well... I put in a "Beautiful Mind" I decided to leave a comment about this film cause for the most part people love to rip into the folks that make these films. And for people who probably never made a film sure do have a lot to say about how to do things the right way. Sure it seems like everyone was kicking back and having nothing but fun, but from working on a set myself Im pretty sure it was a battle like anything else. Lots and lots of work goes into producing a movie, so lets cut them a little slack. :)

So onto the complements to the folks that made this film. First of all, it was a really good film, the effects were flawless, the actors were pretty solid for the most part, I felt killing a kid was a little too over the top but hey we cant sugar coat reality can we. Aliens don't care one way or the other, food is food. I thought that the Hybrid alien was really awesome especially in its design and how well it performed. What ever poor actor that had to sit in that suit cooking the whole time day in and day out did a really good job cause it felt authentic. And to those that commented about how they looked, lets be honest they looked a lot better than the first alien. Though its hard to get over the first one so enough trying to compare I suppose.

For those who love Sci-Fi, I got to say I was really really impressed with the film, its worth renting or even buying. It doesn't have A-list actors but they did a good job. I also highly recommend it for the Alien and Predator fans.

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GOWBTWNov 29, 2020

The long awaited sequel to AVP has arrived. Now the Predators have a new enemy that the features of the alien creature and the predator creature. Anything is possible. When this deadly hybrid appears in a small Colorado town, all hell breaksThe long awaited sequel to AVP has arrived. Now the Predators have a new enemy that the features of the alien creature and the predator creature. Anything is possible. When this deadly hybrid appears in a small Colorado town, all hell breaks loose! The Aliens and Predalien lay their eggs in sewers. Unlike the Aliens, the Predalien places his eggs in certain victims, like for instance; pregnant women! The Predator would not even attack a pregnant woman. The real heroes in this movie is a Army soldier, an angry teenager and a few others who help stop the infestation of the town. But the government is more sinister than the creatures themselves. The sheriff should have been more cooperative, however he had some bright spots when the attack came out. We don't know who won the battle, but we'll never know the victor of the invasion. The town and the creatures weren't the only casualties, the Aliens will be to true losers of the hunt. If you side with the Predator in that battle, you'll be marked as an ally. If you let the Aliens invade your town, consider yourself, UNLUCKY! 5 OUT OF 5 STARS!… Expand

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rdnottyNov 29, 2020

Like many, I was very disappointed with the first AVP film. It had so much potential and fell flat. A lot of people don't think that the 'Alien' and 'Predator' series should mesh but the characters work so well on screen together. Both seriesLike many, I was very disappointed with the first AVP film. It had so much potential and fell flat. A lot of people don't think that the 'Alien' and 'Predator' series should mesh but the characters work so well on screen together. Both series had gone as far as they can go on their own and needed to take the next step. What I mean by this is - How many times can we see Ripley battling aliens or the action star of the week battling a predator? It has been done to death. The only logical choice is to combine them. Now, I am not a big fan of spin-offs or "versus" movies (Freddy vs. Jason was absolutely terrible), but these sci-fi monsters feel right in the same sci-fi universe. The first AVP movie didn't have the "edge" that the 'Alien' and 'Predator' series had. The concept was cool but the overall look and feel of the film was not right.

Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem showed so much potential and, upon my first viewing in theaters, didn't deliver. I had the same problems with it that everyone else did: the acting was not great, the writing was not great, the action scenes were choppy and badly edited, blah, blah, etc. I have recently had a nostalgic hair up my tail and wanted to revisit the good sci-fi/horror films of the last few decades and watched the entire 'Alien' and 'Predator' franchises. After that, I watched the cross-over films. AVP still disappointed but after watching the unrated director's cut of 'Requiem' I found myself quite impressed the second time around. The footage put back into the film was actually quite substantial and made the flow of the movie much better. Even little scenes of characters running to a new location filled in the gap and plot-hole questions of "When the hell did they get there?" The added footage of the Predator tracking and detecting made the movie feel like it centered on him and his mission, making it a better film. Some of the acting and dialogue was not the greatest but some of the acting and dialogue in James Cameron's 'Aliens' (one of the, if not the best film in the series)was not that great either. The films are about the monsters and the melodrama that follows. I truly believe that the film is worth a second look and is a worthy follow up to the franchises. It isn't trying to be anything more than what it is(like the films in the series that proceeded it), a fun monster movie. Take a second look...… Expand

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adamkhemiriNov 29, 2020

AvP2 erases the horrifying preceding movie and gives all A&P fans a chance to see the two species back somewhere near their best.

From the the opening credits to the closing credits this is hi octane actions mixed in with unrelenting gore,AvP2 erases the horrifying preceding movie and gives all A&P fans a chance to see the two species back somewhere near their best.

From the the opening credits to the closing credits this is hi octane actions mixed in with unrelenting gore, blood and scenes that will make most feel a little queasy.

New weapons for the Predators, a New Badass addition to the Aliens plus plenty of cannon fodder means this is well executed stuff.

There all faults in there but nothing that can't be overlooked and overall we have a movie that eradicates the horror of the first entry whilst giving us horror for all the right reasons this time around.

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hallowedgrndNov 29, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Brothers Strauss take on "AVP: Requiem" & deliver the goods in more ways than one!!! . These two not only made a movie that looks amazing visually, but they made a movie that felt exactly like a Predator and Alien movie should feel like: Thrilling, bloody, gory, and absolutely HARDCORE. I'm not kidding. Just when you think this movie goes too far, it goes even further, and you're just sitting there, thinking, "Wow, this kicks ass!!!!; & above all else "ALIENS VS. PREDATOR" wage their most brutal battle ever -- in our own backyard.

SPOILERS HERE:

1 of the most over the top scenes takes place in the hospital room, when the predalien impregnants several woman with eggs which then explode into a bunch of little aliens! Way gory the top gory fun!! I don't think I'll look at childbirth the same way ever again.

"AVP: Requiem" gets very primal; you've never seen anything like it on film. No one is safe in this movie, all bets are off!

The direction is top notch, the character development is good & once the action stars it never lets up. One can see that the Strause brothers are very passionate about the "AVP" material & mythology that surround the fan base & use this passion very well.

The Strause brothers use every camera trick known in the book, amp up the action & gore & then never let it stop, & in between they throw in some very anti governmental tones into the mix! Which all add up to a very fun time in the theater, & not a dollar wasted!

There were to me several pop references to both the Alien & Predator films! I.E. There is certain parts where the score to "Aliens" can be hard, & 1 of the characters is named Dallas! Hmmmmmm!

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palaeoNov 29, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I saw this a premiere in the Christmas day at downtown Montreal. I would like to give an edge on Lando, the first reviewer. Yeah, it resuscitated as a new breed with the old styles. Personally, it was quite a long time for me to be amazed by a screen in a theater because recent movie experience of mine was limited to the home-theater DVD. I bet it is worth viewed in a Hi-Fi big screen and strongly recommend it.

To title this movie, I think it can be called a hybrid genre. It carefully preserves and contains the authentic auras of both the Alien and the Predator series. To some extent, it still resorts to some cliché of two movies (e.g. the human host, the hi-tech arsenal of predators, the gruesome violence of both species); but as far as I remember, this piece is well-intermingled with the elements of overall stereotypes and keeping a good balance, conditionally and emotionally, between two extremities: the action and the suspense.

Remember the P1. It is highly touting the muscles of Arnie and maze-like jungle scenes. The P2 shifted from the natural to an urban environment- the downtown LA among crowded people. Now, the geographical setting of the AVP2 is suburban Colorado (a good mixture of both wilderness and urbanism) and the Predator, the main hero, SINGLEHANDEDLY cope with humans, aliens and the Predalien, the main villain. I love the most the streamline of its emotional setting. Several people gather in the town and they have their own personal background history; they are somewhat victimized by both aliens and the predator; somewhat they fight against them at their own costs. However, there is no bull-shi**y alliance between humans and predator; he just hunts down the hostile regardless of species; tries to settle down the mayhem caused by the unexpected birth of the predalien as well as revenging on behalf of his slaughtered cohorts.

Unlike the clumsy narratives of AVP1 depending on the archaeological inscription, the instinctive behavior and prompt reaction to the situation of both species are well-demonstrated in AVP2, just like the separate series decades ago. Especially the intervention of unidentified authority, whether it is the Company of the Alien series or the Secret Governmental Agency of P2, was timely launched without sacrificing the main plot of battling scene among humans, aliens and the predator. In sum, it is more than a success which preserved and synthesized the original cinematic experience brought about by both series. Another sequel is highly anticipated in the same vein.… Expand

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fivesaintsNov 29, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I first saw commercials to this movie and watching the first AVP, I did not have high expectations. Personally, the first AVP had cheap acting with a far-fetched storyline, whereas the AVP2 Requiem, left me thrilled and superbly satisfied leaving the theater. The reason I this movie attracted me other than the first was the storyline. Before the movie came out I new it would be about a smaller town with regular people and that intrigued me far more than a pyramid that happens to be 2000 feet under ice in Antarctica. Reasonably, if there was a pyramid that far below ice, how in the world did the ice not cover that pyramid? It just perfectly domed it so humans could walk right through. AVP2 started right where the first one ended with the half-predator/alien baby turning into a gruesome monster killing a predator, which caused another to shoot his beam at it, disabling the ship making it plummet toward a forest near a small city. The storyline kept me entertained with only a couple parts of the movie that were a little far fetched. For instance, in the movie, a small national guard battalion with an armored transport vehicle etc...let loose about thirty armed men. All the sudden a couple aliens kill every single one in about twenty seconds, and then some regular main character citizens find them, pick up their guns, and actually kill several aliens. The movie made the actual army seem stupid to contain any type of disturbance. Overall, the movie was a thrilling action-packed storyline with plenty of blood and gore to satisfy the average action movie goer. Predator RULES! 10/10… Expand

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magnuspyNov 29, 2020

I really liked this movie. This has done the work of the latest Bond movie in rescuing the franchise. The story does not slow down to let "newcomers" on board and has not been softened to avoid offending any sensibilities. If you are not aI really liked this movie. This has done the work of the latest Bond movie in rescuing the franchise. The story does not slow down to let "newcomers" on board and has not been softened to avoid offending any sensibilities. If you are not a hardcore fan who is familiar with the details of both creatures, you will miss >70% of what is going on. But the movie is enjoyable even as a mere action-horror movie and the entire gang with whom I watched the show claimed to have enjoyed it.

I was happy to note that the directors did not resort to the "jerky camera" crutch that more and more filmmakers use these days. My feeling is that the "jerky camera" is used primarily to gloss over poor production values and weak storytelling, and weaker acting. Its merciful absence here is probably because the target audience includes the original "Alien" fans who are probably in their 40s now.

If anything, the movie was a bit too short. Several scenes fairly flew by with their implications insufficiently highlighted. The director seemed to make the keeping the film length under 90 minutes an absolute priority.

There were some minor holes in the plot, but nothing that detracts from the overall enjoyment.… Expand

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ericdrayvynNov 29, 2020

What a glorious Christmas with this sci-fi spectacle. I only forgave the first AVP because of the fights between the species; every human (even poor spudboy) was disposable in it. Here the humans are only slightly better off - but the fightsWhat a glorious Christmas with this sci-fi spectacle. I only forgave the first AVP because of the fights between the species; every human (even poor spudboy) was disposable in it. Here the humans are only slightly better off - but the fights are BADASS!!!!! Much like Transformers on the 4th of July (also where I spent that holiday), the small shortcomings/dark combat moments are glossed over with the effect of the whole. You don't go to these types of movies for the people anyway! Who cared about Spike from the old Transformers cartoon??

This AVP pulls no punches, I dare anyone to wager who lives through this movie & succeed 100%. A particularly nice thing was references to/moments like the original films of each series. They really put some thought into this one; there was a cleverness that has not been seen in 20 years (Aliens & the 1st Predator). They catch you off guard a few times.

Hats off. It is unapologetically violent: don't take your kids. Definitely go, though. This merits a big screen viewing, and deserves opening week support. The entirety of these movies has been swept under the rug after the 1st Alien - so give this one some attention. I'm not saying awards, I'm saying true audience/fan enjoyment.

Do disregard any Ripley comparisons... NO ONE can touch Sigourney Weaver (try as they & their marketing crew may). just GO!!… Expand

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jed_jacobsNov 29, 2020

I really like this film over the first AvP. This one had a lot darker feel like the original movies did. I see a lot of people are complaining about the fact that there is only one Predator vs 100 Aliens but that's how the Predator's takeI really like this film over the first AvP. This one had a lot darker feel like the original movies did. I see a lot of people are complaining about the fact that there is only one Predator vs 100 Aliens but that's how the Predator's take care of things. In the first AvP movie those Predator's were young hunter's getting their right of passage. In the AvP:R they send a badass trained Predator that can take care of business. Why send a lot of Predators when one can take care of the job. Even though they didn't have a lot of big named actors this movie wasn't made to win a Oscar or rely on one person. This movie is all about the Aliens vs the Predators they are the main stars. The other people are just cannon fodder. If you like the franchise and you want to see some great Aliens and Predator action then go and watch this film… Expand

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joshuabeattie1Nov 29, 2020

The feel I got from the film walking out from it was that it was old-fashioned. The music, special effects, actors, camera, and even text for the ending credits was all old-fashioned.

The movie was still good, with a decent amount ofThe feel I got from the film walking out from it was that it was old-fashioned. The music, special effects, actors, camera, and even text for the ending credits was all old-fashioned.

The movie was still good, with a decent amount of violence. I just wish they took full advantage of the action sequences and story line. There could have been a lot more kills by the predator(s). The camera work in the action sequences made it very hard to see what was going on. Half the time I couldn't tell the difference between the pred-alien and the predator because the camera was moving so fast and close-up. They should have done some slow motion. The action in this movie is very fast. It was nice to get a sense of the speed, but it would have been nice to get a sense for the detail of what was happening too. Therefore, I think they should have put a slow motion action sequence or two at the start and get real close up action '300' style. This would have laid the foundation for the faster sequences which are more of the same. If they wanted no slow-motion, they should have shown more kills and better camera work.

I liked the violence, but as I said, it could have been clearer and more of it. Myself and I guess everyone else just want gore, gore, gore. Also, they should have made the aliens and predators fully CG and get rid of all the costumes and robots. Mixing CG with costumes ruined the details for me.

I liked some of the characters in the movie, but really, their introduction was really not necessary. It seemed like a waste of time when that time could have been filled with more gore. Gore gore gore. Thats all I really wanted from this movie, and it delivered, although not quite perfectly.… Expand

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altec91Nov 29, 2020

Better action sequences than AVP 1. Good nods/winks to the Predator/Aliens 1&2 respectively. At first I was concerned the pacing was a bit too fast, as they quickly introduce the aliens to Earth, but then I realized no time was reallyBetter action sequences than AVP 1. Good nods/winks to the Predator/Aliens 1&2 respectively. At first I was concerned the pacing was a bit too fast, as they quickly introduce the aliens to Earth, but then I realized no time was really necessary to introduce the stars (the Predator & aliens) and they can just move forward to setting up nicely choreographed and cinematic action sequences.

I'll say the cinematography/visuals were terrific, adhering to the standards set with Predators 1&2 and Aliens 1&2. The Strause Brothers debut as directors is pretty solid, and I now eagerly look forward to the 3rd installment (hopefully) with them at the helm again.… Expand

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xlgraphicsproNov 29, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I grew up hooked on the Alien/Predator movies. I even owned almost every copy of the Alien VS. Predator comic book series by DarkHorse. To give you a better sense of why I rated this movie the way I did I'll list all the movies from all 3 franchises from best to worst.

1. Alien 2. Aliens 3.Predator 4. Alien VS. Predator Requiem 5. Alien3 6. Predator2 7. Alien Resurrection 8. AVP

If you don't agree with me then don't read the rest. But if you do then read on. Also, If you want to get technical, I think that AVPR and Alien3 are neck and neck for 4th place on the all time list.

OK, how about I get on with the review? I expected very little from this film, especially after Paul W.S. Andersons Abortion he called AVP. I'm also having a hard time believing any of the previous reviews by people saying that AVP was a better film. I spent all of my Christmas eve Puking my guts out because of the flu, I thought I was over it till I read some of those reviews praising AVP and I almost lost my Lunch again! I will admit that AVPR kept me entertained throughout, but one thing bugged me before I even saw the movie. Just the simple fact that it took place in the Present, that was also one of the many things that made me hate AVP. Mainly because it nullifys what the first 2 alien movies established. Basically it said that the Alien creatures have never been encountered before until It ran into Ripleys crew, which was way in the future from now . //Warning Sarcasm Ahead// " Oh, except for that one time In Antartica, oh and also that little skirmish in Gunnison Colorado." Since I already was aware of this detail before I saw the movie, I was able to look past it and judge this movie for what it was. A simple knock down drag out war between two of Hollywoods greatest movie creations ever!

The acting was OK, I don't go to this kind of movie and expect Oscar caliber acting. Finally the last thing that bugged me was that the Movie trailers gave away a lot of the action, and made what would have been a surprising turn of events, predictable. I also know that if I didn't see any trailers for this movie, that I would have maybe given it one more star. I don't want to give any more of the movie away, but the trailers already did. In the end, I loved all the action scenes, and the addition of the Predator technology was cool. It satisfied my need for movie violence. Last but not least, I liked how the predator didn't team up with any humans like in AVP. It makes sense, If you get in the way, your probably going to end up dead. I suggest you go and see, and avoid the trailers!… Expand

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