Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 25, 2007
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IanH.Jan 2, 2008
Just what I wanted action, violance, a few good scares so what of the acting if your looking for gone with the wind go somewhere else if anything make a third movie with no humans at all just aliens and preditors killing at each other for 90 Just what I wanted action, violance, a few good scares so what of the acting if your looking for gone with the wind go somewhere else if anything make a third movie with no humans at all just aliens and preditors killing at each other for 90 minutes with tons of scares and vioance. Expand
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PhilippeC.Jan 21, 2008
I am from Brazil, and i like this movie,with a weak story, but with many action. This a really blockbuster film to see every morning in my house. Good Movie. Good Movie.
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SeanCMar 14, 2009
It was a good movie. Non stop action and a few scares. The fight sequences were well executed maybe slightly dark with a good scene involving the national guard and another good scene with the predator fighting the aliens in the hospital
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[Anonymous]Dec 20, 2007
I saw this movie last year and it rocks. It's so much better than the first one. Like 5 times better, maybe even 6. I can't wait to see it in the theater!
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PhilS.Dec 27, 2007
Immeasurably better than the first movie.
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MattM.Dec 31, 2007
AvP: R is teh swweetest film in a decade. Aylesworth's brilliance on screen in transcedant. I can't wait for the next foray into this, possibly the greatest of all stories told by humans.
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SteveR.Dec 30, 2007
The best movie in the series period. Absoute genius.
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A.W.Jan 1, 2008
I'll give it a 10 to balance the bad reviews, at least a bit. I got wht I paid for and wasn't disappointed. You don't go to this kind of movie expecting Ingmar Bergman with photon torpedos, for goodness' sake!
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PaulB.Jan 19, 2008
Lets start with a simple question- do you like Aliens, do you like predator. If the answer to those questions is no, or you havn't grown up, watched and loved both movies (and sequals) as many people my age, then really what are you Lets start with a simple question- do you like Aliens, do you like predator. If the answer to those questions is no, or you havn't grown up, watched and loved both movies (and sequals) as many people my age, then really what are you even reading this review for, and why are you contemplating watching this movie? Avid fans of both films will have a blast watching this - it's everything the first AVP film was not - mainly Aliens and Predators batteling it out in fully gory detail! I still havn't worked out how they managed to turn this concept into such a boring movie the first time around, but dont worry kids this short but sweeet flick more than makes up for it! The movie is fan fest from start to finish and at just over 93 mins keeps the plot to a minimum, instead letting the stars of the movie (ie the aliens) do the talking. The humans are almost superfluous to the story and at the end you wont really care about the ones that survived - you'll just be comiserating that the didnt put a few more predators in for good measure. Expand
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HeatherJan 7, 2008
This is an excellent movie. And what was expected? A blood/slimebath... why yes. That is what was in the preview was it not?
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BenL.Dec 24, 2007
SO. SO. So. much better than the Lathan version.
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koonhJan 16, 2008
i liked the effects, gore, and the costumes. the best!!! why the hell would you give the movie a 0 just for there ******* story!!!!!!!!! its literally the best movie i've ever seen!!!!!!
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DavidF.Dec 27, 2007
For me, this was potentially the best movie of the year. Why? because i love the franchise. It gave me exactly what i wanted to see, lots of humans dying, some hints as to how the canon universe came about. I can forgive the shortcomings For me, this was potentially the best movie of the year. Why? because i love the franchise. It gave me exactly what i wanted to see, lots of humans dying, some hints as to how the canon universe came about. I can forgive the shortcomings such as the too-close battle scenes to make up for the probably horrible models, because it was still a rollicking good tale to watch. To all those who can't see why only one predator came to earth, perhaps you should stop thinking like a human and take it from the whole 'death and the glory of the hunt perspective' he's a predator, he does what he wants. Expand
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AdamH.Dec 27, 2007
You know, I love how people give this movie a bad review. It's rather amusing considering how a good 90% of the people who have gone to see this movie have never played the game series and never read the books or the comics. Therefore, You know, I love how people give this movie a bad review. It's rather amusing considering how a good 90% of the people who have gone to see this movie have never played the game series and never read the books or the comics. Therefore, most reviews are ignorant. This movie upheld many aspects of AvP lore created by the games, comics, and books while holding its own story that was turned around from the shameful first movie. Expand
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JoeA.Dec 27, 2007
By far this is waaaay better then the last AVP movie. of course, there will another one. should be predators against aliens. nice job on the alien-ator creature. now! that's original.
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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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!
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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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.

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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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reynolds-20Nov 21, 2020
After all the reviews and comments on this movie, I thought it would suck, but since I liked the first one so much, i had to see some more Predator/Alien action. And trust me, there was. There was a lot of Alien and Predator scenes, thoughAfter all the reviews and comments on this movie, I thought it would suck, but since I liked the first one so much, i had to see some more Predator/Alien action. And trust me, there was. There was a lot of Alien and Predator scenes, though not as many as in the first film. there was somewhat of a story in the movie, and the bloody, gory feel of an Alien/Predator movie is here. I do like the first one better, but this isn't a bad sequel. I actually enjoyed it a lot. out of all the previous ones, i think this feels most like Predator 2, which I liked. If you really don't wanna see it in theaters, rent it on video because i thought it was awesome! Expand
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bullfrogpbcNov 21, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My God was this movie the best, you guys did an outstanding job when making this one. Hopefully we have not seen the end. Have we ever thought about filming the civil war between the Preditors and the Aliens with out the humans involved? You have shown the great hatred both have for each other. Everyone seems to show the Aliens as just animal not a high tech society.

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When you had the face hugger grab the little boy at the beginning I was cheering, never has a film shown this before. Truly shows how we are just ants in their path. When the Highschool girl takes the spinning at the end holy SH*# was I just amazed. I only wondered why the Predator was trying to cover up what was going on and why only one went after the ship, still I loved the movie and will suggest it to everyone that I talk to. Keep up the Great Work and lets see more of these two worlds colliding. Two great species like these must go on.

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darthswadNov 21, 2020
Without giving two much away, this is a whole lot better than its predecessor, granted that there are still a few questions to be asked, this film is not the worst ever made. I cant understand All the negative comments it's received. youWithout giving two much away, this is a whole lot better than its predecessor, granted that there are still a few questions to be asked, this film is not the worst ever made. I cant understand All the negative comments it's received. you people need to realise its not real! I know i didn't go down to my local cinema expecting an epic movie with human drama, no, I went to see two of the scariest Alien races kick the S**T out of each other. And let me tell you i wasn't disappointed. This time round it feels so much like the movies of the 80's we all came to love. Sure its dark in parts, but that the whole point! Was Alien or Aliens any lighter i ask? no, and the way it was shot really gave it the edge the first AvP so dearly lacked. (I am not going to slate that movie neither, although AvPr is ten times better in my opinion) It is nearly on par with the said movies of yester year! The Acting by the cast members wasn't as horrible as a lot make out. i actually feel that because, they ain't as well known as other Hollywood A listers. there performance was more believable and as true to life as you can get. The Special effects Rocked and this time round they looked more like they did in previous instalments. much more scary! The Predator Was Awsume and i was rooting for him the whole time.

I hope i have not given away anything for people who haven't seen it yet. please do not be put off by the nagative comments this movie has received. Go to this movie for a fun night out. We all know its a sci-fi flick and make the most of it. I mean, Did the other films Have Believable plots? well maybe predator 1 and the Alien trilogy. But We still love them for what they are! Enjoy People and lets Bring on the Next one! The directors have certainly breathed life back into this franchise and i know I'm going to keep going to see them as long as they are made!
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RautusNov 21, 2020
AVP R: Aliens Vs Predator - Requiem may have a few problems but it is an entertaining movie and a great sequel. It may not be for everyone but if you're a fan of the Alien and Predator movies then this movie is defiantly worth a look. CheckAVP R: Aliens Vs Predator - Requiem may have a few problems but it is an entertaining movie and a great sequel. It may not be for everyone but if you're a fan of the Alien and Predator movies then this movie is defiantly worth a look. Check this out. 10/10 Expand
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misel982001Nov 21, 2020
Alien vs Predator Requiem is not the best picture in the franchise. It is not an Oscar winning movie. It is probably one of the most brainless movie of all times...BUT it is extremely entertaining!A lot of comments talk about violence andAlien vs Predator Requiem is not the best picture in the franchise. It is not an Oscar winning movie. It is probably one of the most brainless movie of all times...BUT it is extremely entertaining!A lot of comments talk about violence and brainless action, bad acting and stuff like that.Pay no attention to them!This movie was not created to win an Oscar.It is made for Alien and Predator Fans who enjoy all the killing and the rush those two spieces create. AVP Requiem is worth to see and it gives the whole story a new step forward to the plot. We see how Weyland-Yutani corporation, the company that sent Ripley to the LV-426 planet starts to evolve as a weapon company and how it meets the Alien creature. With the new CGI technology the creatures appear more true than ever!If you are looking for a film which has a plot that forces you to think how it evolves don't waste your time with this. If you are a person who likes non stop action, decent acting, killings, simple plot and dark scenery, simply just DO NOT DARE TO MISS THIS!!!! Expand
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colonial-marineNov 21, 2020
a reviewer earlier being a simpleton said why if the predator was covering his tracks why did he skin a guy. its because he's a predator. and the blue liquid was to get rid of alien traces, the predator killed that guy and skinned him becausea reviewer earlier being a simpleton said why if the predator was covering his tracks why did he skin a guy. its because he's a predator. and the blue liquid was to get rid of alien traces, the predator killed that guy and skinned him because he wasn't involved with the aliens....back on track admittedly the film was dark but so was alien, aliens, alien 3 and alien resurrection, the predator was on top form he moved and killed like the bad-ass predator that faced Arnie, the aliens were as terrifying as the other films, the actors and characters where impressive i felt i was there and knew them, they're being reviewed badly because its not a Shakespearian script or cast, but for me it was perfect, all through the film i didn't want Kelly, Dallas or Ricky to get killed, but at the same time wanted dale to get killed horribly, the seen in the hospital were Jesse meets shuriken was kick ass, then Ricky goes postal on a predator, anyway this film is everything i wanted in an aliens movie, my review this film is as good as aliens Expand
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the_einarNov 21, 2020
What the hell is wrong with you people? Oooooo, the acting is terrible.. waaaah, the story is terrible.. Stop whining! If you want movies with good actors and a great storyline your definitely in the wrong place. You watch Aliens vs predatorWhat the hell is wrong with you people? Oooooo, the acting is terrible.. waaaah, the story is terrible.. Stop whining! If you want movies with good actors and a great storyline your definitely in the wrong place. You watch Aliens vs predator for the aliens and the predators. No more, no less...and both movies (AVP1 & 2) DELIVER! So, in summary: If you love watching the coolest fictional monsters in movie history kick each others asses, and kill everybody who gets in between, you SHOULD love this movie. If you still feel like ripping on this greatly entertaining movie then you should crawl back to your disastrously overrated bullsh** like lord of the rings and shut up. Expand
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j-deenNov 21, 2020
What a great movie! It's way better than the first Alien vs Predator. Just the way an Alien and Predator movie should be, not to much of a story, brutal action and great special effects! The movie is full of action and the effects areWhat a great movie! It's way better than the first Alien vs Predator. Just the way an Alien and Predator movie should be, not to much of a story, brutal action and great special effects! The movie is full of action and the effects are beautiful. The best part of the movie is that there are no clichés. It is therefore full of surprises. In the beginning of the movie you see a boy in love with a beautiful girl, so I figured that they survive and live a happy live, as you see in most movies. But not in this case! The beautiful girl gets a predator throwing star up her ass and is cut in half! Also the end is great! It really surprised me in a good way. Expand
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d-shilling-1Nov 21, 2020
People say this film sucks, it's bad, what a terrible piece of s***. I say B******S. This film ROCKS !!!!!! The fight scenes are great, the films plays a " homage " to the other Alien / Predator movies it dosen't rip them off.Anyway so whatPeople say this film sucks, it's bad, what a terrible piece of s***. I say B******S. This film ROCKS !!!!!! The fight scenes are great, the films plays a " homage " to the other Alien / Predator movies it dosen't rip them off.Anyway so what if it does.Most of the best movies around are a rip off.

Then you get the moaners " you don't get to know the characters " BLAH, BLAH, BLAH !! Please !!!! Someone tell me about these characters, Pvt Frost, Pvt. Spunkmeyer, Pvt. Spunkmeyer, Cpl. Dietrich, Pvt. Crowe, all in Aliens all with about 10 mins of screen time in a 2hr film. So don't **** Anyway who cares 'cos most of the die anyway.

Then you get " the first AVP had no gore, what a bad film " This time you get " having babies and children dying is really bad " Again blah blah blah !!!! This could go on forever, my point is people just want to slag this movie off. Its not the original comic book but who cares. Just grow up , move out of your parents house and get a life.
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Alexander_ZeroNov 22, 2020
If you are a true fan of the universe that has developed around the Alien and Predator movies, novels, and graphic novels, you will see that this movie has really paid attention to detail. Just don't watch it if you are expecting a deepIf you are a true fan of the universe that has developed around the Alien and Predator movies, novels, and graphic novels, you will see that this movie has really paid attention to detail. Just don't watch it if you are expecting a deep analysis of the human condition, because it's not there. Or is it? Oh, and if anyone else complains that the movie is dark and you can't see anything I'm going to have to restrain myself.....immediate E-VAC. Expand
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steftzanNov 22, 2020
The movie's well made, still fits in the stories of Alien and predator while bringing it's own share of new stuff, has good action and better character development than the last movies (although it is too short I admit)and frankly if you justThe movie's well made, still fits in the stories of Alien and predator while bringing it's own share of new stuff, has good action and better character development than the last movies (although it is too short I admit)and frankly if you just sit down to enjoy the movie, you will ! Expand
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levelgrinderNov 22, 2020
If you want a "brains" movie you can rate this a 1 and never turn your eyes to it again. If you want total slaughter with aliens and predators tearing each other apart on the other hand you will indeed enjoy this totally brainless mayhem. IIf you want a "brains" movie you can rate this a 1 and never turn your eyes to it again. If you want total slaughter with aliens and predators tearing each other apart on the other hand you will indeed enjoy this totally brainless mayhem. I love watching these 2 1/2 alien species battling it out, just cant get enough of it. I would be unfair to this whole movie if i ever rated it below 10 because it totally rocks my carnage braincells in my head. Many movie lovers dislikes movies that only contains butchering and raw action and i cannot blame them for that, my own opinion is that some movies was made with brains and should be watched as such while others was made with only one thing in mind... Total annihilation! And if you enjoy the latter kind of movies you have one excellent made movie that was made just for you right here. Expand
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didgee7Nov 22, 2020
Anybody who don't like it ,fine..but don't tell anyone especially for the fans..I think its as best as any part .As for me I loved the first alien vs predator but this was BETTER!! I love it love it love it!!!I love the idea of it all! theAnybody who don't like it ,fine..but don't tell anyone especially for the fans..I think its as best as any part .As for me I loved the first alien vs predator but this was BETTER!! I love it love it love it!!!I love the idea of it all! the technology the intensity the braveness from the predator.they are heroes! The film is very well done no mistakes whatsoever ..Enjoyable!!anyone who is looking for mistakes and stuff ,their problem.I have read a lot of negativity about this film on this site in comments and actually almost didn't watch it..I am not a fan of the alien films. I love them but not crazy about them .But WHAT IS GOOD IS GOOD!! Expand
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frankcontreras4Nov 22, 2020
I gave it 10 stars just because people are being haters. While not the best (the original "ALIEN" and the original "PREDATOR" have those titles), it's still not only better than the first AVP film, but the best sequel in either franchise. ItI gave it 10 stars just because people are being haters. While not the best (the original "ALIEN" and the original "PREDATOR" have those titles), it's still not only better than the first AVP film, but the best sequel in either franchise. It totally reminded me of the old-school monster movies I grew up on. Small town, dozens of monsters fighting against one monster, rain, cool deaths, plenty of blood, cool action sequences, the hybrid "PredAlien"-what more could you ask for? I wasn't bored for a minute. The ending wasn't that great, but still good enough. My only complaints were the CGI (but not over the top like most movies nowadays) and the cliché'd "jock" character. But overall, very enjoyable and pleasantly surprised. Expand
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Jason_of_mossNov 22, 2020
this movie has left me with great hope for a future AVP, and even reopens doors for another Alien and Predator film. Even though this movie didn't leave an opening for a sequel(NUKE style), writers can always find a way to make them. Besides,this movie has left me with great hope for a future AVP, and even reopens doors for another Alien and Predator film. Even though this movie didn't leave an opening for a sequel(NUKE style), writers can always find a way to make them. Besides, somehow there is Aliens in the far future. And other planets. Plus Miss Yutani in the tail end. Expand
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venomooseNov 22, 2020
this was overall my favorite alien or predator movie (excluding aliens) it had a way better story line then avp, the predalien was badass, and was filled with gore and destruction. the only real problem i had with it was the fact that it wasthis was overall my favorite alien or predator movie (excluding aliens) it had a way better story line then avp, the predalien was badass, and was filled with gore and destruction. the only real problem i had with it was the fact that it was amazingly messed up lol i mean killing a father in front of his kid (post likely traumatizing him for life had he not died himself), slaughtering babies, and impregnating already pregnant women only to get the alien version of an abortion? it was messed up but put all that aside and the movie was great. the best was the end scene where wolf, and the predalien fight to the death. unfortunately it had a bad ending. with the nuke killing EVERYONE lol. although again i cant get over the great fight scenes Expand
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ShogaNinjaNov 22, 2020
Personally I thought that this movie was way better than the first one. First off you have to think that this is a prequel. Secondly, because no one went to the last one in the theaters they really weren't willing to stick their necks outPersonally I thought that this movie was way better than the first one. First off you have to think that this is a prequel. Secondly, because no one went to the last one in the theaters they really weren't willing to stick their necks out financially. Besides this, AVPR is an excellent jaunt thru the AVP lore. The complete lack of any sort of story is nothing in comparison to the awesome action that takes place on the screen. Folks, this is an action movie. Aliens was Horror/Sci-Fi. Not every adventure into this series has to be as serious as that title. Anyway, it's an excellent movie, take it for the good time that it is. And for gosh sakes support your Aliens movies and they will put them back in space. Expand
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the_headless_crNov 22, 2020
Where do I begin with why this was so awesome? Well, the gore that was missed in the first movie is back! The aliens show no mercy at all! I mean, frickin' children and pregnant woman are victims of them! Oh yeah they went there! And someWhere do I begin with why this was so awesome? Well, the gore that was missed in the first movie is back! The aliens show no mercy at all! I mean, frickin' children and pregnant woman are victims of them! Oh yeah they went there! And some nice juicy acid alien blood on a victim's face! Next? New territory! OK, the Predators have been in a city before, but FINALLY we get to see the aliens down on Earth and in a city! (too bad we couldn't get that supposed sequel after Resurrection that was supposed to be on Earth, oh well). This creates many awesome situations, such as aliens in a sewer, aliens in a swimming pool, and aliens in a hospital! Oh and of course, the Predalien! Mean sucker he is! The only thing is I would've liked to see more Predalien vs human action. Oh well. Expand
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crushedorangeprNov 22, 2020
Okay, so this movie didn't have space marines, but I still liked it. What lacked in the first movie (blood and gore) was delivered in full force for this movie! Some didn't like the teenage cliché's, but then it really isn't a happy endingOkay, so this movie didn't have space marines, but I still liked it. What lacked in the first movie (blood and gore) was delivered in full force for this movie! Some didn't like the teenage cliché's, but then it really isn't a happy ending for any of the characters (at least those who survive). I really like the Predalien and the Predator. Both were cool characters in their own field. The Predalien leading its newest band of murderous aliens to dominate a poor mountain town while the Predator cleans up the mess as best he can. And the fights between the two were brief yet awesome! that was how it should be: one Predator against a hoard of aliens! And while the characters weren't that interesting, I liked them anyway because they remind me that you don't have to have some epic background to react to the terror before you. These are just everyday people living their lives when ugly monsters start killing off their friends and taking over the town. And the whole teenage-boy-loves-teenage-girl bit doesn't end happily - - but you'll just have to see the movie to know why. Expand
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Lionel-StarkweaNov 22, 2020
AVP R is filled by tons of references, from obvious to subtle, from every past movies, a very nice touch for the old fans, which usually are back stabbed, here we have a movie for us,what do you think about for example, having the good oldAVP R is filled by tons of references, from obvious to subtle, from every past movies, a very nice touch for the old fans, which usually are back stabbed, here we have a movie for us,what do you think about for example, having the good old Silvestri's drums from the original Predator movie back ? And several times ! I've seen AVP R 4 times in theaters, and of course i bought the DVD, the DVD has 7 extra minutes and they are worth it believe me ! Yeah i went out the theater with a smile, the same smile i had 17 years ago when i went out after Predator 2 screening, Back to the ROOTS ! With AVP R you can't miss.10/10 Expand
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psyswordNov 22, 2020
what are u guys moaning about. come on get a life.. appreciate this movie what it is and nothing else. i kind of really liked this movie and seeing all the sadness on this review section wanted to set the record straight. this is wham bamwhat are u guys moaning about. come on get a life.. appreciate this movie what it is and nothing else. i kind of really liked this movie and seeing all the sadness on this review section wanted to set the record straight. this is wham bam slam action movie and it rocks. the action is straight up.. mass killing and spares few. from the get go its on. and doesn't stop for breath till the end. found myself holding my breath.. awesome movie for guys who want to see a sci-fi flick and action. the technology is great, the acting is nothing to win an Oscar with but its good with the only girl screaming around a little bit getting dealt with appropriately. apart from that the movie is well set and since i love this genre of the aliens and predators, this movie really made for an enjoyable time. cant say that reading the reviews here made me wonder about this movie but having nothing to lose but time i found this a real fun movie. considering the amount of bad reviews here i might caution for fans preferably. and definitely not a chick flick.the fx and other gadgets in this movie are interesting and this is a film not looking for any particular type of glory but to satisfy the cravings of the fans of this genre and we have a big roar for this movie. Expand
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GraveDigerGraceNov 22, 2020
This Movie was not as good as the First Alien VS Predator but it contained more gore, action and aliens.I thought that even though there isn't much of a story to the film, i thought that it was as gross as the first, as action filled as theThis Movie was not as good as the First Alien VS Predator but it contained more gore, action and aliens.I thought that even though there isn't much of a story to the film, i thought that it was as gross as the first, as action filled as the first, and completely alien filled. i love that the predators aren't out to kill humans but to sometimes help them. The predators eliminates the aliens in order to gain themselves food, power and in the human's case, safety. I bought this movie and i would never think of renting it...you must buy it. But, there are a few cons for this film. They are; it's filmed in the dark too much. It doesn't contain much of a story plot, and too many of the characters survive. Normally in a film, only 1 or 2 characters survive but in this case, about 4 or 5 survive.But i still thought this movie was excellent! Expand
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funpolice5-1Nov 22, 2020
I liked this one because it was violent and made the aliens and predator look like bad a$$es. IF you want a great plot and Oscar worthy acting then you won't find it in this movie. Don't get me wrong, the plot is good and acting is good. II liked this one because it was violent and made the aliens and predator look like bad a$$es. IF you want a great plot and Oscar worthy acting then you won't find it in this movie. Don't get me wrong, the plot is good and acting is good. I really like this movie, and I think its better than the first. Expand
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ESPAlexi600Nov 23, 2020
This movie actually wasn't so bad. Look, people, this is supposed to be a fun movie not nessacarly (not sure if i spelled it right if not excuse my spelling) an Oscar film. I didn't go to the movie to see superb acting or a Super interestingThis movie actually wasn't so bad. Look, people, this is supposed to be a fun movie not nessacarly (not sure if i spelled it right if not excuse my spelling) an Oscar film. I didn't go to the movie to see superb acting or a Super interesting plot or storyline. I came to see what the name suggests Alien Vs Predator. I was impressed as well. Not saying this is the greatest flick in the world. But in my opinion go buy the DVDs and watch it with your buddies while having a few beers or just hanging out ya know?. It's an entertaining movie,very faced paced, and action packed. i mean I'm a sci-fi geek and this was actually a pretty cool movie. I'd give it a 6.5 out of ten. Expand
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vinz990Nov 23, 2020
i don't understand why there are many bad reviews for this movie.After reading all the comments i found that the main reasons for the failure of this movie are 1 - bad acting 2 - no proper story 3 - no reputed actors 4 - there was darkness 5i don't understand why there are many bad reviews for this movie.After reading all the comments i found that the main reasons for the failure of this movie are 1 - bad acting 2 - no proper story 3 - no reputed actors 4 - there was darkness 5 - predator was like a superman killing all the aliens .The only problem that i found after watching this movie was "darkness" and bad acting in very few scenes.When a fan of alien vs predator enters into a theater he/she expect to watch violent scenes,and in this movie the number of such scenes are maximum.In a movie like this it is obvious that the only thing which matters is the battle between alien and predator etc but if one wants to see a movie which has a proper story, good acting etc then i recommend him to watch other movies . After watching the first avp i was very disappointed because throughout the movie ,aliens had an upper hand.They were very powerful such that one alien killed two predators and the third predator killed only a few aliens .i.e most of the aliens were killed in that explosion. Being a fan predator i couldn't accept that movie.Predators are very powerful hunters and their technology is far more advanced than the humans.That is what we can understand from the predator movies. So the first alien vs predator was a huge disappointment for me.But in the second movie the predator is very powerful and he kills many aliens. Of course the concept of one predator was disappointing.I am not saying that the aliens are not powerful.It is only because of the technology that the predator succeeds, otherwise both aliens and predators are equal in terms of power.That is why the predator,in this movie,is powerful and keeps on killing aliens.According to me the movie was good in fact.Anyway it was brilliant than the first part Expand
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colethedumbassNov 23, 2020
This is one of the best alien,predator,or AVP movies I've ever seen.The Brothers Strausse put together a masterpiece for there 1st movie ever.Everyone says this movie sucked.They are nuts if they think that this movie had everything.aliens,aThis is one of the best alien,predator,or AVP movies I've ever seen.The Brothers Strausse put together a masterpiece for there 1st movie ever.Everyone says this movie sucked.They are nuts if they think that this movie had everything.aliens,a predator(including new gadgets)a good plot(well the alien predator plot),a big brawl at the end,and to top it off they debuted the well awaited predalien something which every avp fan has been waiting for.The predalien was very well made and was well done.the aliens returned with the James Cameron head (the alien head from aliens).Overall,this movie is a blast which will be remembered for centuries. Expand
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X-303-sg1Nov 23, 2020
Okay, coming from a massive Alien predator fan, this film is 10 / 10 for action sequences and explosions and gore scenes. Storyline is somewhat another matter, it carry's on straight from the first film AVP, but it ties in the time line thatOkay, coming from a massive Alien predator fan, this film is 10 / 10 for action sequences and explosions and gore scenes. Storyline is somewhat another matter, it carry's on straight from the first film AVP, but it ties in the time line that consists of Predator 1 and 2, but not the Alien saga.

At the end of AVPR the colonel handed over the predators gun to a lady called Miss YUTANI, who combined with Bishop Weyland, gives you the Company WEYLAND YUNTANI which is in Aliens, Ali3n and Alien Resurrection, the company that owns LV - 426 in aliens. AVPR Explains who Yutani is, cause in Aliens you don't know much about it apart from they have contract under the military.

With AVPR Ending as it did, Hollwood could to take up on itself to remake Alien, which in someway can carry on from AVPR and connect all Alien and Predator films all in 1 exciting saga.
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allstarcassellaNov 23, 2020
The Brothers Strause did a very good job with their directing debut. At first when Fox hired them I wondered if Fox lost it. Then after I saw the AVPR I was amazed. The movie had great special effects and good action scenes. Not to mention aThe Brothers Strause did a very good job with their directing debut. At first when Fox hired them I wondered if Fox lost it. Then after I saw the AVPR I was amazed. The movie had great special effects and good action scenes. Not to mention a great Predator character. The Predalien is also cool, not quite as cool as the Queen Alien but still cool. The R rating is also a very good move by Fox. Visually the movie is very entertaining and the dialogue isn't as good as Predator1. There are one or two memorable lines. Reiko Ayleworth does agood job as the army woman so does John Ortiz and Stephen Pasquale does an OK job playing the bad boy.With many good thrilling fight scenes, Aliens Vs. Predator-Requiem is agreat watch. Expand
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danvschaeferNov 23, 2020
I didn't expect much from this latest AVP film, but was really surprised. This is a well done film with fantastic casting. I don't normally refer to casting, but if you consider there were very few well known actors in this film(at least notI didn't expect much from this latest AVP film, but was really surprised. This is a well done film with fantastic casting. I don't normally refer to casting, but if you consider there were very few well known actors in this film(at least not well known to me), they really pulled this off. In fact, after a short time you are drawn into the film and the story takes over. If you like the conflict between the Predator's and aliens then this is something you should see. The effects are seamless, but more importantly the sub plots are well written and brought into the final story/conflict. There are some pretty scary parts as well and are as creepy as the original. Expand
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SilverGrimmSnowNov 23, 2020
Alien vs Predator 2: Requiem wasn't the best, but one of my other alien films I've seen. I've seen some under-rated actors and especially the bad acting.

The CGI in the film wasn't extremely prefect, but it was great when the people who did
Alien vs Predator 2: Requiem wasn't the best, but one of my other alien films I've seen. I've seen some under-rated actors and especially the bad acting.

The CGI in the film wasn't extremely prefect, but it was great when the people who did the CGI made the aliens, predators, and other visual effects amazing. I would say that the directors, scriptwriters, (etc.) did a very awful job in this film when trying to make this sequel more better than the last film, Alien V.S. Predator.

I thought this film was a little bit better than the first AVP, but I'd say this film would defiantly be best enough for it to be one of the epic sci-fi horror creature features.

Like I said, the special effects were great, but the actors were under-rated. I mean, I know they continue the series showing what happens after the first AVP, but I wanted to see the same protagonist at first.

The directors who made this film should have thought twice about trying to make this nearly earn a "Worst Film" award. I wish they had more thinking in the film.

There were a few errors I realized in the film: The deaths by the aliens and PredAlien were up too close (Meaning that the camera came up to close to the Alien's and Pred Alien's kills.) Acting is in between middle and below by the under rated actors.



This wasn't the awesome, but the worst and best film in my opinion.

Rating: between 6.5 and 7.5
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karatinNov 23, 2020
I get that you're upset of the choices made by the creators of this movie, but what the hell are all those 1 star votes, common grow up it is not "Aliens" or "Predator" but common 1 star really ? I mean THE teenage girl star of the movie getI get that you're upset of the choices made by the creators of this movie, but what the hell are all those 1 star votes, common grow up it is not "Aliens" or "Predator" but common 1 star really ? I mean THE teenage girl star of the movie get cut in half by a Predator disk, it is enough alone to get five star.

Get over yourself.

If you would like to see a predator blow up stuff and kill dozens of aliens with fancy toys this movie is for you. If you want some heavy story driven movie about aliens and predator, with suspense, great actors and story, stay away, but no way this movie deserve this bashing.
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pbsokoNov 23, 2020
This movie i so under rated on IMDb that I had to throw in a 10 just to help offset the bad votes. As of Aug 2013 the rating is at 4.7 - that is just unacceptable as any movie below a 5 is typically a pain to watch.

The effects in this
This movie i so under rated on IMDb that I had to throw in a 10 just to help offset the bad votes. As of Aug 2013 the rating is at 4.7 - that is just unacceptable as any movie below a 5 is typically a pain to watch.

The effects in this movie, in comparison the the entire Alien/Predator saga, are amazing. This in tandem with the camera work makes is a quality piece of work. The acting is noteworthy, believable, and genuine. There are many unknown actors here, but all pull through with a great performance. The story is awesome, adds a lot to the Alien and Predator storyline, and leaves much much room for another movie.

I highly recommend this movie to all sci-fi and action buffs; it has plenty of both in combination with good acting and a cool storyline.
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frostyglassesmcNov 23, 2020
I was prepared to laugh this one off, but it turned out to be immensely satisfying.

It is an appropriately silly, unsuspecting-Colorado-town build up to a night of delightfully absurd and jarring violence... with no beloved character off
I was prepared to laugh this one off, but it turned out to be immensely satisfying.

It is an appropriately silly, unsuspecting-Colorado-town build up to a night of delightfully absurd and jarring violence... with no beloved character off limits from the blissful carnage.

4.7? Don't let it deter you my friends! Its probably from people lookin for somethin in the wrong place ya know?

Also the effects were quite good. I watched it thinking it came out this last year and I somehow missed it, and was astonished to find I was more than 7 years off.

(Sigh) Witnessing extreme and shocking violence shot and edited unforgivingly in the style of my favorite 90's mega-disaster flick was a hefty punch my expectations' smug face.

I loved it.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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