AVPR: Aliens vs Predator - Requiem
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 25, 2007
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DeviousBastardApr 23, 2011
The Bad: There little characterization for the human characters which just makes them redshirts waiting to die. It's too dark, goes overboard with the on-screen killing of children and pregnant women. There is also the fact that the PredatorThe Bad: There little characterization for the human characters which just makes them redshirts waiting to die. It's too dark, goes overboard with the on-screen killing of children and pregnant women. There is also the fact that the Predator decides to skin a man even though he's trying to stay hidden which is just stupid.The Good: Passible acting, loads of gore and killing which is good for a film like this, great effects and music. I also like the homages too. If it had some character delevopement and didn't focus on so much killing it would have been a pretty decent film. The unrated version is a little better… Expand
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Khunter4382Jun 2, 2011
Another guilty pleasure of mine! Yes, this film is weak however, and the filming is incredibly poor. The lighting was so dark that you can't see all those interesting details that you want to see. When you create a new creature, a hybrid, theAnother guilty pleasure of mine! Yes, this film is weak however, and the filming is incredibly poor. The lighting was so dark that you can't see all those interesting details that you want to see. When you create a new creature, a hybrid, the last thing you should do is put them in the dark for nearly the entire film! Performances are bad, though the first five minutes of this film make it worth a viewing only to see the long anticipated shots of the Predator home planet.… Expand
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HyliadOct 7, 2011
The first AvP was verry, verry bad. But this one makes a real performance, by being most bad. Nothing to say, just don't watch it. It's boring, not entertaining... Hollywood style.
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vini1904Aug 18, 2012
A reasonable film, with some good scenes, but most are extremely confusing and some are quite general, the acting also is not very good, but the story is incredible and could be better utilized. Ethical issues, such as killing thousands ofA reasonable film, with some good scenes, but most are extremely confusing and some are quite general, the acting also is not very good, but the story is incredible and could be better utilized. Ethical issues, such as killing thousands of people save millions and stop extraterrestrials and also whether or not humanity is ready for the new technology are positive points in the film. In general, a film considerably more or less.… Expand
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ZilcellMay 25, 2012
It is simply not passable for multiple reasons. There is no story, the acting is ass, zero character development, bad lighting, and it overall just looks really cheap and just plain boring.
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pauljohnsonNov 24, 2011
This film makes its predecessor look watchable. We have all of the same problems as the last film, but here they are amplified. We have more zero-dimensional dialogue vessels for characters that hold your attention for less time than theThis film makes its predecessor look watchable. We have all of the same problems as the last film, but here they are amplified. We have more zero-dimensional dialogue vessels for characters that hold your attention for less time than the dullest political speech, the story is trash and there are several wasted opportunities, especially with the Alien-Predator hybrid, downgraded to a glorified Facehugger. The cinematography is atrocious, just as in the last movie, the director and DoP here don't know how to set up a shot. The fights are dull, but they are a mediocre improvement over the previous movie. As for the homages - I don't want to watch a film that shows how much the director enjoyed the previous alien and predator franchises.
I don't mind the odd casual homage here and there in any art form, but the amount of homages in this thing is shameless, almost as if the director has some sort of subconscious hope that if we see the things we liked in the classics we will like his film also.… Expand
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PrimalHunter70Feb 18, 2012
Why would you make a bad sequel to a bad movie? AVP2 is a lame gore fest with poor acting, literally NO story and really fake special effects. Not worth the cost of renting it, just don't bother. Maybe someday we will get a newWhy would you make a bad sequel to a bad movie? AVP2 is a lame gore fest with poor acting, literally NO story and really fake special effects. Not worth the cost of renting it, just don't bother. Maybe someday we will get a new Alien/Predator flick that is worthy of the original films.… Expand
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raidetJun 8, 2012
I'm not exaggerating when I say I truly believe the creators of this movie should be taken into a yard and shot. All I'll say is that aliens chase teens through a high school. I couldn't believe what I was seeing - the Alien franchise reducedI'm not exaggerating when I say I truly believe the creators of this movie should be taken into a yard and shot. All I'll say is that aliens chase teens through a high school. I couldn't believe what I was seeing - the Alien franchise reduced to this. Disgusting.… Expand
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flopygilopyMar 23, 2012
Pure crap- this movie should be twice as good as other movies because its got both aliens and predators in it but the story line makes no sense
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Trev29Aug 3, 2013
Supremely stupid. This is so distasteful The entire concept is disgusting on every level. The entire cast and crew must have been desperate to have participated in this garbage.
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PeterAprilJun 14, 2012
Insultin for every fab of alin or predator characters. 9 year old would write a better story.
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jbully95Oct 8, 2012
Too dark, this one has the opposite problem of the first one, loads of action, violence and aliens but no plot. Plus the writer must have forgot that aliens are actually really strong and smart because this movie makes them look stupid andToo dark, this one has the opposite problem of the first one, loads of action, violence and aliens but no plot. Plus the writer must have forgot that aliens are actually really strong and smart because this movie makes them look stupid and weak. Almost enough to not call them dangerous. It's a shame, was hoping for something better than that garbage. You're better off sticking with the games and comics until some bright spark realises that maybe they should just stop insulting both franchises and stop making these films.… Expand
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Rox22Mar 17, 2013
Just absolute garbage. The effects and alien/predator designs are perhaps it's only saving graces, but even they are hampered by bad camera work poor lighting, abysmal editing and above all totally crappy directing. The actors are allJust absolute garbage. The effects and alien/predator designs are perhaps it's only saving graces, but even they are hampered by bad camera work poor lighting, abysmal editing and above all totally crappy directing. The actors are all mediocre. Then again, none of them are really that seasoned to expect too much out of them, so I guess they probably were doing what they were told to and doing it the best they could. Overall: If this was any other franchise I might have called it a kitch sci-fi horror. But this is just a poorly made movie design to cash in on its franchise names.… Expand
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Annoymous1Feb 2, 2013
Generally a 'B' movie but i would give it a C+ since it is poorly shot but great story. Equally good but the first setting was not i was expecting. If you are hardcore Alien fan you will like this.
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JBreezeDec 28, 2012
Not as good as first AVP, which was mediocre at best even to a fan of either franchises. I personally thought the violence on children and a pregnant woman crossed the line. Especially for a movie of little substance.
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contactgbobJul 21, 2013
just no this movie should never have existed its all just awful just why the story makes no sense the acting is crap there are no colonial marines its all just complete crap
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JammyGuyStudiosFeb 16, 2013
Has very little redeeming qualities and the alien blood at times just looks like green paint. And it also doesn't really make sense. Seeming as 'Prometheus' is set a very long time after this movie and the aliens don't exist then, may I askHas very little redeeming qualities and the alien blood at times just looks like green paint. And it also doesn't really make sense. Seeming as 'Prometheus' is set a very long time after this movie and the aliens don't exist then, may I ask you. How are they possibly here in the present day in there normal form? Has some decent action though and the atmosphere is good. Only worth a rent.… Expand
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varnrOct 13, 2013
AVP1 was really good. This AVPR was one of the worst movie ever. This film mocks Alien and Predator. Fan deserves better. I knew what was gonna happen in the movie. This is just a torching movie. bad stories, bad humor, bad remarks, badAVP1 was really good. This AVPR was one of the worst movie ever. This film mocks Alien and Predator. Fan deserves better. I knew what was gonna happen in the movie. This is just a torching movie. bad stories, bad humor, bad remarks, bad actions. many scene were too dark to understand what the heck was going on. Don't waste your time watching this awful movie.… Expand
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marcmyworksJan 11, 2014
A Predator/Alien hybrid starts attacking a small town in middle America. This film was reminiscent of the 1980s film 'The Blob', except with a guy in a rubber suit attacking everyone, which seemed more reminiscent of the 1950s 'The CreatureA Predator/Alien hybrid starts attacking a small town in middle America. This film was reminiscent of the 1980s film 'The Blob', except with a guy in a rubber suit attacking everyone, which seemed more reminiscent of the 1950s 'The Creature from the Black Lagoon'.… Expand
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UndeadKing1231Jan 4, 2014
I liked AVP, but AVPR was just terrible. Everything is so dark you can't see anything. The acting is pretty bad. It is really dull in the beginning. The ending is terrible, and it creates plot holes in the Alien series. It felt like AlienI liked AVP, but AVPR was just terrible. Everything is so dark you can't see anything. The acting is pretty bad. It is really dull in the beginning. The ending is terrible, and it creates plot holes in the Alien series. It felt like Alien Fanfiction that happened to feature a Predator. There is a lot more I could point out, but I will leave it at this. If you are like me, one of the few people who enjoyed Alien vs Predator, and loves the Alien and Predator franchise, don't see this movie, it is bad. The only good thing this movie had going for it was the Predator. The Predator in this movie is probably my favorite Predator, but he felt like a side note. Only showing up occasionally to justify the movie title. So aside from a badass Predator, a couple decent fight scenes, and a cool fight between army members and aliens, this movie is just plain BAD.… Expand
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AdrianChanJul 27, 2014
The movie may offer a lot of action, but since the lighting in this movie sucks, I can't see sh*t. Biased to Predators again like the first one. I am not satisfy with the acting and there is literally no story for this movie at all. Alien andThe movie may offer a lot of action, but since the lighting in this movie sucks, I can't see sh*t. Biased to Predators again like the first one. I am not satisfy with the acting and there is literally no story for this movie at all. Alien and Predator is the best cross over I have ever seen, but both Requiem and its predecessor fail to become an excellent movie.… Expand
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Larry223Sep 11, 2014
Esta película es aburrida. Los personajes son aburridos, olvidables y algunos mal actuados. Ejemplo: en una parte un Alien mata a una persona en frente de otra persona y en ves de sentir miedo parece que esta mirando a la cámara, y cuando leEsta película es aburrida. Los personajes son aburridos, olvidables y algunos mal actuados. Ejemplo: en una parte un Alien mata a una persona en frente de otra persona y en ves de sentir miedo parece que esta mirando a la cámara, y cuando le preguntan que paso parece que en ves de miedo tiene frío. A mi me gusto un poco AVP1 por que al menos las escenas de acción eran buenas y algunos personajes memorables, me acuerdo de la protagonista, me acuerdo de el fundador de la corporación, me acuerdo de el arqueólogo (aun que no sus nombres, creo que ni los dicen xD) pero al final me pareció decente, sin embargo, esta película es lo contrario. En las escenas de acción la cámara se mueve mucho aparte de que esta muy oscuro y lloviendo a la vez. Los únicos personajes que me importaron eran el policía y el Predator, el resto me daba igual, hubiera preferido que el poli, Dalas y el predator hubieran escapado en ves de la niñita inútil, su madre aburrida, y el hermano de Dalas con Dalas. En la anterior habían unos cuantos errores que pensé que se solucionarían aquí como: que los Alien tardan de 1 a media hora en salir del cuerpo en ves de 2/5 horas como se ve en las películas de Alien. Aquí lo empeoraron, según parece el PredAlien puede poner huevos dentro de sus victimas y reproducir los Xenomorphos sin necesidad de una reina Alien. Le doy un 04/10 es dolorosamente mediocre, menos mal que hoy en día AVP1 y AVP2 ya no son canon en las franquicias Alien y Predator. Aunque seria genial que fueran del mismo universo y espero que en el futuro hagan un AVP canon como debería ser.… Expand
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inaneswineNov 14, 2017
The first Alien film that takes place in a modern suburban setting shows you why no other Alien film has done it. Because it completely strips that franchise, along with Predator, of anything they were originally about. Both creatures becomeThe first Alien film that takes place in a modern suburban setting shows you why no other Alien film has done it. Because it completely strips that franchise, along with Predator, of anything they were originally about. Both creatures become generic, superhuman villains, and this might as well be a film about genetically altered dogs on the loose. The acting, writing and direction are shambolic. Some creative gore and sparse action sequences aside, the film is nothing short of boring and firmly places the final nail in the Alien vs. Predator money-making scheme.… Expand
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Le__XenomorphDec 29, 2014
Laughably bad acting and an excessive amount of murky lighting send this film down to one of the worst movies of all time. Sorry to say that the fight scenes did not save this one. 2/10 (Horrible)
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MovieManiac83Apr 23, 2015
Ho, ho, ho - the joke's on anyone who pays to see this. Twentieth Century Fox has left movie-goers a steaming turd under the Christmas tree. Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (which will hereafter be called by its "clever" marketing moniker, AVPR,Ho, ho, ho - the joke's on anyone who pays to see this. Twentieth Century Fox has left movie-goers a steaming turd under the Christmas tree. Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (which will hereafter be called by its "clever" marketing moniker, AVPR, since that requires less typing) is the pointless and unnecessary sequel to the equally pointless and unnecessary original, Aliens vs. Predator. Without going into gory details about how this spin-off series has eviscerated the creatures from which its title is derived, suffice it to say that it's harder to think of a bigger comedown for the monsters of Alien, Aliens, and Predator than this.

As a film critic, I should know what to expect from a movie that has not been shown beforehand to members of my profession, but hope springs eternal. The "no screenings" policy is a tacit warning from the studio that the movie stinks but the suits who greenlighted it agree with P.T. Barnum that there's a sucker born every minute. The target audience is comprised of those who like a lot of mindless action and gore, are indifferent to plot, and care even less about characters. In short, AVPR is being pitched at teenage boys, who (theoretically) can't get in because the movie has avoided the self-neutering necessary to obtain a PG-13 (something its predecessor did). Based on a cursory glance around the nearly empty auditorium where I saw the film, not a lot of teenage boys were making the effort to sneak in.

Going into AVPR, I found myself wondering if there was any way the sequel could outdo the original in terms of creative bankruptcy, tedious "action", and overall awfulness. This is one of many times when I have underestimated Hollywood. Of course the filmmakers found a way to top the first movie - that's what second installments are for. Every jagged edge has been made serrated, every plot hole has been widened, and every sleep inducing chase-and-kill scene has been dosed with a tranquilizer. There are copious amounts of blood and gore, but Sweeney Todd does this sort of thing better.

For a movie called Aliens vs. Predator, there's not a lot of "versus" going on. There are some cursory fights but they happen so quickly and in such poor light that there's little hope of figuring out what's going on. The climactic battle royale is about as disappointing as can be and requires a deus ex machina to wrap things up. Humans get killed along the way, but they're just distractions and diversions. The movie also has an unforgivable sadistic streak. There's a scene in which a little boy watches his father die then has an alien explode out of his chest. Later, the hybrid invades a hospital and takes out a bunch of pregnant women in a gory and unspeakable fashion. These scenes aren't shocking or scary, they're just sickening.

I can't figure out who might appreciate this movie. Those who are expecting to sit back, stop thinking, and watch cool wall-to-wall battles are going to be disappointed. Those who yearn for a movie to recapture the long-lost horror and glory of the original creatures are going to be borderline suicidal. And those who merely want to see a good movie will be demanding their money back before the pizza delivery boy gets his ass kicked at the house of the gorgeous blond.

Simply put, AVPR is trash.… Expand
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P_PhillipsJul 31, 2016
The movie for what it was isn't completely terrible. However, it appears the writers have never seen an Alien movie. I just don't get why it seems for the Predalien to reproduce it has to kill unborn children of pregnant woman and re-implantThe movie for what it was isn't completely terrible. However, it appears the writers have never seen an Alien movie. I just don't get why it seems for the Predalien to reproduce it has to kill unborn children of pregnant woman and re-implant a batch of aliens unlike the face hugger aliens that can implant an alien into any person. Also given it is a Predator-Alien hybrid wouldn't all the children be hybrids as well not just aliens.… Expand
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eva3si0nApr 19, 2021
AVPR: Aliens vs Predator mediocre film. Apart from the name and the predator, there's nothing good. The plot is terrible, the cast of the film level B. The first part was much more interesting.
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SerchvazJun 3, 2020
The history is bad ,the only good thing for this movie is the predalien, there's no almost light in the movie so you can't see nothing all the time ,it has a lot of unnecessary characters and the other good thing is the predator wolf
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DiptanshuJul 16, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Worst sequel to awesome crossover movie its Mediocre!the music was good,the acting and characters were only good thing and there part was little engaging to watch the two brothers and sheriff and the girl and all they were good,the story was weak although it was full of potential the Alien vs predator the fights in earth not in Antarctic impacting cities and the survival that could've been great but the execution was poor,the main awesomeness in prequel was fights between creatures,in this all fights between both were bad sometimes the backgrounds was too dark it was not visible most of the time and the whole set-up of single predator hunting every alien it was little okay,some deaths by alien was uniquely awesome like the chest-buster situation of kid and pregnant lady it was disturbing and some kills by alien was brutal and awesome,the starting intro to characters and the situations was amazing although the depth and proper connection in everyone was way-out of reach,the starting father-son hunt by alien and the forest atmosphere it was awesome then the pizza boy situations and the other side other characters explorations were engaging in between that the constant cases of deaths and all it was fine but not impact-full,the 1st fight by alien and predator was little okay and then the survival sequences of peoples after knowing about Aliens,the swimming pool fight and gun store fight was amazing in it the deaths were awesome after that escape scenes and splits in team with amazing situation at hospital and fight at hospital was amazing the last act was little engaging although the death of girlfriend of pizza-boy by predator was unnecessary after that the escape from helicopter and other side the blast in town and excuse by government about that at closing shot was like WTF the ending was literally worst and the whole movie even if story has potential and some scenes were awesome its poor sequel and mediocre movie!… Expand
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MahmusOct 21, 2020
While the gore is impressive, the characters are terrible and the cinematography makes everything almost impossible to see.
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akshatmahajanSep 22, 2020
AvP:R was a big disappointment. Not even a single thing was good in this movie.

First of all, it was shot in too darkness. Script was terrible and boring. Acting was so bad. The direction could not be more worst. The action was bad. TheAvP:R was a big disappointment. Not even a single thing was good in this movie.

First of all, it was shot in too darkness. Script was terrible and boring. Acting was so bad. The direction could not be more worst. The action was bad. The movie was unnessarily stretched. Dialogues were bad. This movie is made just to make you sleep because you get high level bored.

Overall, I will not recommend this movie to anyone. First part is good. Just watch that if you want to. Leave this part.… Expand
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MrPajamasFeb 4, 2021
AVPR: ALIENS VS PREDATOR - REQUIEMis still burning than the previous part. I don't have much to add. Below average film. I do not recommend.
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JLauSep 18, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alien/predator hybrid crash lands in small town, breeds then kills the inhabitants whilst the predator does nothing.… Expand
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OoshFeb 6, 2008
What a load of garbage, cliched in the extreme, terrible pacing, it's not even so bad it's funny. It's just plain bad.
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KipMay 1, 2008
Too dark. Too Dark. TOO DARK! I generally cut films like this a lot of slack...but at least let us see what the heck is going on!!! I have the movie paused randomly as I write and the screen is 90% black with a about 8% dark blue, and 2% Too dark. Too Dark. TOO DARK! I generally cut films like this a lot of slack...but at least let us see what the heck is going on!!! I have the movie paused randomly as I write and the screen is 90% black with a about 8% dark blue, and 2% blue....I mean come on! I really wanted to like this, but geesh.… Expand
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AbilashPDec 28, 2007
It was such a typical story and the storyline itself was quite shallow... though its action scenes pretty good but over all it was quite a downer.
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RyanB.Jan 10, 2008
alright but the predator was over powered the predalien was cool and logical similar to the dog alien in alien 3 taking traits of the host species and that but why did seem bullet proof the most violent alien or predator movie so far the end alright but the predator was over powered the predalien was cool and logical similar to the dog alien in alien 3 taking traits of the host species and that but why did seem bullet proof the most violent alien or predator movie so far the end was very bizarre. and to the people who think it sucks you clearly did not understand the premise behind the movie two alien killing machines fighting and your like omg no charactor development it sucks… Expand
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R.A.L.Jan 22, 2008
Entertaining, well edited, but inconsistent writing and performances annoy and the story becomes predictable. Plus, this is yet another PR campaign for the U.S. Armed Forces and all its belligerent, be-all-that-you-can-be BS.
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WilliamC.Jan 2, 2008
Who gives a sh.t about the storyline and stuffs. I only paid to watch those 2 creatures fight and thats what I got in this movie anyways. And if u play the videogame too, you would enjoy it much much more like I do.
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LeeC.Jan 28, 2008
Horrible horrible waste. bad acting, bad lighting and bad direction. the only good thing in this is they got the predator looking better than the first one. cutting from an alien fight to a soap opera what were they thinking. I didn't Horrible horrible waste. bad acting, bad lighting and bad direction. the only good thing in this is they got the predator looking better than the first one. cutting from an alien fight to a soap opera what were they thinking. I didn't care about any of these people and didn't care when they died.… Expand
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IsaacJan 2, 2008
I got exactly what I expected from this movie. Tons of slime, tons of blood, and plenty of hilarious/awful one-liners. If that's not you thing, don't waist your time. If it is, go see it on the big screen.
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SalJan 30, 2008
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JarrodLJan 5, 2008
Far better than the first AVP. Rather than crafting a pg-13 letdown, this had the action and the violence that people expect when these 2 come together, and a bit less cheese. Not sure why so many people hate it, its better than Predator 2, Far better than the first AVP. Rather than crafting a pg-13 letdown, this had the action and the violence that people expect when these 2 come together, and a bit less cheese. Not sure why so many people hate it, its better than Predator 2, or Aliens 3 for that matter. Watching the predator hunt was cool, and the pred-alien, while a bit of a gimmick was still fun. Would have liked to see more of prdator homeworld and culture, but oh well. For the people that said this is more horror than sci-fi, well it took place on Earth, not in space. I thought this movie was less contained to set than previous entries.. and looked good for being rubber suits.… Expand
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vahndDJan 8, 2008
Junk movie. I almost slept when I watched it. Good character the mix dna of alien and predator. I'd like to buy the action figure one
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KentCJan 9, 2008
Much better than the first AVP, which fell flat due to the PG-13 rating, both films were meant to be R rated. It did have some pointless, boring, and stupid dialogue, but that's to be expected. Decent acting by the adults, but the Much better than the first AVP, which fell flat due to the PG-13 rating, both films were meant to be R rated. It did have some pointless, boring, and stupid dialogue, but that's to be expected. Decent acting by the adults, but the younger actors, with the exception of Steven Pasquale and Johnny Lewis who did pretty well, were terrible. At times I actually felt bad for the people who died, which almost never happens in horror movies for me. These movies would be much better with less emphasis on the humans and more emphasis on the aliens and predators.… Expand
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GoetheMApr 24, 2008
Ignore the stat skewing votes, this movie is about average. Crippled by the premise of of aliens on earth carried forward from its much worse predecessor by Paul Anderson, this movie at least manages to get the R-rated gore right. It was Ignore the stat skewing votes, this movie is about average. Crippled by the premise of of aliens on earth carried forward from its much worse predecessor by Paul Anderson, this movie at least manages to get the R-rated gore right. It was further acquitted by a surprise ending that one hopes sets the franchise back on the rails. Featuring the Predator as our silent protagonist is both ambitious and flawed. More to be watched than listened, "Wolf" is a ruthless character true to his roots, his methods are interesting to follow and fans are spared the Predator-human buddy movie travesty of AvP1. Humans are relegated to being cliched bystanders, so the largely mediocre dialog and sketchy characterization remains secondary to the action. A small American town is the stage and its hapless inhabitants and protectors are mere statistics in the titular conflict between species, which is the central focus here. Rather than let this be a drawback, the brothers Strause manage to stay true to the limited scope of their creation and keep things simple. The monstrous antagonist brings something new to both worn franchises. With blended shades of the Predators who repeatedly fail to contain it, the Predalien runs rampant through sewers, streets and buildings, sparing neither pregnant women nor babies, while threatening to spawn overwhelming numbers of xenomorphs. AvP:R might appeal to Predator fans more than Alien aficionados. But while this movie provides no more and no less than popcorn entertainment, it still isn't the Requiem Fox should be aiming for.… Expand
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DarkeverApr 3, 2008
Quite boring with a lot of pointless scenes. These Aliens aren't scary at all, considering that a single Preador disposes tons of them just by himself. The Predalien is so deludent that I almost forgot to mention it in this review. We Quite boring with a lot of pointless scenes. These Aliens aren't scary at all, considering that a single Preador disposes tons of them just by himself. The Predalien is so deludent that I almost forgot to mention it in this review. We get to see some cool moves, but overall the previous movie was better, and the Alien quadrilogy was MUCH better.… Expand
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ArthurAAApr 30, 2008
Tries to be as good as first.. fails Trys to be scary.. fails Good acting.. fails Crap ending.. success!! This movie is terrible, I actually started to surf the internet while it was on because it was so boring, earns 2/10 from me because of Tries to be as good as first.. fails Trys to be scary.. fails Good acting.. fails Crap ending.. success!! This movie is terrible, I actually started to surf the internet while it was on because it was so boring, earns 2/10 from me because of the average effects.… Expand
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JayH.Apr 9, 2008
Good special effects, but not much of a plot. It is predictable and obviously there is nothing new with the critters, seen both of them before. It manages to entertain along the way but easily forgettable.
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TashaS.May 4, 2008
This movie sucks. Bad animation, not scary at all. The gore isn't gory enough, and the humans get in the way. A sequel that didn't even need to exist. Requiem truly 'wrecks' the idea of these characters being used. Steer This movie sucks. Bad animation, not scary at all. The gore isn't gory enough, and the humans get in the way. A sequel that didn't even need to exist. Requiem truly 'wrecks' the idea of these characters being used. Steer clear from this one people, you have been warned.… Expand
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JakobMar 8, 2009
I am a big fan of all the alien and predator movies, i liked this movie. I really wanted this movie to be great but the directors made the movie cheap and maybe that's why it got dark, to hide they mistakes. I also think they rushedI am a big fan of all the alien and predator movies, i liked this movie. I really wanted this movie to be great but the directors made the movie cheap and maybe that's why it got dark, to hide they mistakes. I also think they rushed through the movie, if they ever make a third i hope it will astonish the fans.… Expand
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WilliamTJul 23, 2009
If you're looking for a movie that you can just sit down and watch and have lots of gory fun while doing so, then look no further than AVP2.
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jordanmDec 26, 2007
I think a nice even five fits this movie well; the acting and the characters were absolutly terrible...just terrible. The fight scenes were a bit anoying sometimes because lighting was lacking making it hard to tell whats happening. But on I think a nice even five fits this movie well; the acting and the characters were absolutly terrible...just terrible. The fight scenes were a bit anoying sometimes because lighting was lacking making it hard to tell whats happening. But on the plus side, nice to see an action/horror film that didnt try for the pg-13 rating, so lots of blood and gore. Also, i liked that there was no sappy ending with man and woman passionatly kissing or anything, all the couples are massacred! It was also nice that they didnt use the shaky camera and abrupt cuts technique that many moder action films do. So all in all, not great, not bad, entertaing, still way better than 300.… Expand
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PhilS.Dec 27, 2007
Immeasurably better than the first movie.
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PhilC.Dec 31, 2007
Ask yourself, why are you watching this movie? If it is for any other reason than to see Aliens and a Predator go toe-to-toe I guarantee you will not like it one bit.
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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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MarkA.Jan 1, 2008
I liked this movie alot. It was much better than the original. THough i would perfer to see predator 3 and Alien 5 before another AVP,. But the ending left a sequel open so who knows.
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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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ChadS.Jan 1, 2008
"Alien vs. Predator: Requiem" reminds me of Mel Brooks' "Blazing Saddles" when the fourth wall was broken and the diegesis (in the case of the 1974 comedy classic, the film world of the old west) spilled over into other movie sets. The "Alien vs. Predator: Requiem" reminds me of Mel Brooks' "Blazing Saddles" when the fourth wall was broken and the diegesis (in the case of the 1974 comedy classic, the film world of the old west) spilled over into other movie sets. The cowboys fought among themselves, but soon found themselves knocking out the extraneous bystanders. That's exactly what "AVPR" is like. The aliens from "Alien" and the creature from "Predator" are interrupting another movie already in progress(take your pick: a teen romance or a domestic drama) as their personal agenda gets sidetracked by those pesky humans.… Expand
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Marc.D.Jan 1, 2008
It's infinitely better than the first. No way in hell is this movie worse than Alvin and the Chipmunks. The critics need to get the collective stick of pompousity out of their asses before I will give them an ounce of credibility It's infinitely better than the first. No way in hell is this movie worse than Alvin and the Chipmunks. The critics need to get the collective stick of pompousity out of their asses before I will give them an ounce of credibility following this debacle.… Expand
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ColinCJan 15, 2008
Personally, I thought this one was far inferior to the first one. Of course, after reading all the critics scores, I went in with pretty low expectations, so me and my buddy were able to enjoy it, although largely laughing at how bad it was Personally, I thought this one was far inferior to the first one. Of course, after reading all the critics scores, I went in with pretty low expectations, so me and my buddy were able to enjoy it, although largely laughing at how bad it was in parts. At various points in the film, I could practically see the script writer pulling his inspiration from other (better) films before. i.e. "Hey, I loved that scene from the original Posiden Adventure where two groups meet, both heading in opposite directions, both thinking their's is the one path to salvation. No one will remember that scene, so let's do that here!" It wasn't all bad though. Go in expecting clunky dialogue, bad acting, and all the rest, and you can actually get some enjoyment from watching a predator and aliens go at it. Not that it will ever happen now, but man, I would love to have scene what James Cameron would have done with this. Now that would have been awesome.… Expand
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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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ChuckM.Jan 20, 2008
I agree, I hate movie critics too. Why cant they review movies in the context in which they are meant to be viewed. This is by no means on par with Alien, Aliens or Predator but they were different kinds of films, well the Alien ones at I agree, I hate movie critics too. Why cant they review movies in the context in which they are meant to be viewed. This is by no means on par with Alien, Aliens or Predator but they were different kinds of films, well the Alien ones at least. The splatterfest has been turned up to 11 since the first AVP, mainly real old school special effects as opposed to CGI and it's all the better for it. Don't listen to the critics, if you want some mindless scary fun and nonsense look no further.… Expand
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RichP.Jan 22, 2008
Awful in literally every department. The cast are abysmal and none of them seem destined for anything other than the career highlight of maybe making it as a patient on ER. The effects are appalling. Everything looks cheap and nasty. The Awful in literally every department. The cast are abysmal and none of them seem destined for anything other than the career highlight of maybe making it as a patient on ER. The effects are appalling. Everything looks cheap and nasty. The story is just completely rubbish and makes AvP1 look decent and cohesive. Everything is underlit so you can never quite see what is happening in the action sequences which is just as well as these are the most obviously rubber-suited aliens ever. As a fan of all four Alien and both Predator movies I found this film to be offensively poor. Thankfully I was too bored to really get angry about it. Utter trash. Worst film of the last ten years.… Expand
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MichaelR.Jan 29, 2008
This is a putrid pile of festering remains of an animal that should never have been born. It smells so bad you could send it to the west bank and everyone would evacuate. It is an insult to the first two films in the way that George Bush is This is a putrid pile of festering remains of an animal that should never have been born. It smells so bad you could send it to the west bank and everyone would evacuate. It is an insult to the first two films in the way that George Bush is an insult to George Washington. The effects are something my kid sister would create if left alone with MS Paint for half an hour. The acting is horrible in a way that would make Brecht want to re-erect the third wall for fear of the cast's safety. I don't know enough foul words to describe this rancid mess. I would rather iron out the wrinkles in my foreskin with an industrial suit press than watch this movie again. If you have a couple hours to spare and nothing but this movie to watch - kill yourself. Seriously.… Expand
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JimmyRJan 3, 2008
This movie was terrible. I could care less about any of the characters and was actually hoping they would all perish at the end. The only reason I even gave it a 4 was that they killed off usually safe characters (kids and Pregnant women) This movie was terrible. I could care less about any of the characters and was actually hoping they would all perish at the end. The only reason I even gave it a 4 was that they killed off usually safe characters (kids and Pregnant women) sick I know, but at least that was different..… Expand
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ChristianoT.Jan 5, 2008
Acting was not so great and the fighting seens were quite short. I enjoyed the idea of mixing the two franchises together but it has not produced quality results from AvP and AvP Requiem.
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BradTJan 6, 2008
Critics piss me off. No it doesn't have the best character development or story of any movie. But it has F-in aliens and predators tearing shit up. I don't know what you people expect to get when you go see a movie like this. It Critics piss me off. No it doesn't have the best character development or story of any movie. But it has F-in aliens and predators tearing shit up. I don't know what you people expect to get when you go see a movie like this. It was extremely entertaining and I thought it kicked ass. 100 times better than the first one too, I thought that one was pretty shitty.… Expand
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DrewFJan 7, 2008
Let me get this out of the way. I actually ENJOYED the first AvP. It was stupid, yes, but at least it was entertaining and fairly well-constructed. The same cannot be said for it's sequel. I know alot of people are saying "You Let me get this out of the way. I actually ENJOYED the first AvP. It was stupid, yes, but at least it was entertaining and fairly well-constructed. The same cannot be said for it's sequel. I know alot of people are saying "You don't go into Aliens/Predator expecting good acting"..Why not? Pretty much ALL of the previous films HAD GOOD ACTING!!! This one did not...And the action sequences were filmed with no lights on...And the storyline just recycles every plot from any of the previous films, but much much more poorly...and the blond chick doesn't even get naked in an R-rated movie.. I mean, that says it all right there,doesn't it? Avoid at all cost.… 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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AdrianH.Feb 13, 2008
One easy way to wreck two things i love in one hit . Avp was bad but had its good points, Avpr finishes what it started totally corrupting the brand to the point that may as well based it in dawsens creek . come on fox forget love One easy way to wreck two things i love in one hit . Avp was bad but had its good points, Avpr finishes what it started totally corrupting the brand to the point that may as well based it in dawsens creek . come on fox forget love story's, kids getting bullied, bad boys and good cops Aliens and predators is what we want , thats what it is called that is what u should give us . A very #### off fan.… Expand
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jdFeb 18, 2008
I really like most of the aliens and all of the predator movies. This was like a "B to a C" movie remake. Story line was a little worn out.
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HerbieHuskerFeb 19, 2008
Yawn...Same as the 1st one. Would of kicked butt if they has brought an army of predators down instead of 1 x cleanup guy
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NKFeb 3, 2008
The worst film I have ever seen, and I am a huge fan of the Alien series. It's so bad it's just beyond comprehension.
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LarryP.Apr 18, 2008
Movie was ok, but not as good as AvsP I. Film was to dark, alien/predator images move to quick or just out of focas enough. The story line drifts from the Alien, predator series.
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DouglasHApr 19, 2008
Sucked less than the first one.
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SteveKApr 19, 2008
Just watched this movie on DVD. Seriously, what is UP with filming movies in the DARK these days ?!!! This whole movie was basically action that you had to squint to "try" to see, because the scenes were SO DARK that you could barely make Just watched this movie on DVD. Seriously, what is UP with filming movies in the DARK these days ?!!! This whole movie was basically action that you had to squint to "try" to see, because the scenes were SO DARK that you could barely make out what was what. Did they blow their CGI budget and have to conserve on light bulbs ? Terrible.… Expand
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JamesH.Apr 24, 2008
Waaaayyyy too Dark I could barely see a thing - Horrible transfer avoid this dvd if you can. The Dawson creek kids Ruined the whole thing for me. good fight scenes between the aliens though.
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WordyWordwordMay 29, 2008
The only point it gains from me is for its explosions, pretty. Other than that its a pretty repetitive and boring show of how to kill humans, oh, with the odd contrived attempt at shock value (maternity ward scene). All in all a disgrace to The only point it gains from me is for its explosions, pretty. Other than that its a pretty repetitive and boring show of how to kill humans, oh, with the odd contrived attempt at shock value (maternity ward scene). All in all a disgrace to the franchise.… Expand
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hellogoodbyeMay 3, 2008
The movie is so dark I didnt even know the black guy got killed. I laughed out loud at the last scene, it made no sense at all. Who was that lady does she mean anything to anyone? Awfulf title as well, avp: requiem? Doesnt requim mean end? The movie is so dark I didnt even know the black guy got killed. I laughed out loud at the last scene, it made no sense at all. Who was that lady does she mean anything to anyone? Awfulf title as well, avp: requiem? Doesnt requim mean end? Just appaling.… Expand
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ChristopherGJun 29, 2008
Mildly entertaining, i think the director thought it would be scary if you couldn't see anything - well you cant see anything but it just makes it annoying. This movie could have been a 6 or even a 7 if you could see anything at all. Mildly entertaining, i think the director thought it would be scary if you couldn't see anything - well you cant see anything but it just makes it annoying. This movie could have been a 6 or even a 7 if you could see anything at all. Here is the thing with these alien movies that the directors dont get - the whole dark "what does the alien look like" thing has been done - so you can let us see these things.… Expand
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MichaelW.Aug 12, 2009
Whilst the first movie may have proved to be a fun and entertaining guilty pleasure, this film can't even be that. We are given a poor plot, no characterisation and shameful cgi. Avoid.
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NickK.Dec 26, 2007
Pure, pulp crap. Nothing worse, nothing better, just that: glorified escapism.
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PhilipT.Dec 26, 2007
The acting was terrible and the film needed more light, it was hard to make out what was going on during the fight scenes.
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SimonM.Dec 27, 2007
If I made an AVP film this is what it would have been. Little tributes to the other films and utterly devoid of anything original. This movie is the biggest fan film ever made. They had the Ripley character tearing around in an ATV aliens If I made an AVP film this is what it would have been. Little tributes to the other films and utterly devoid of anything original. This movie is the biggest fan film ever made. They had the Ripley character tearing around in an ATV aliens style, the lead dude yells "Get to the Chopper!" towards the end. If your a fan of the originals you'll get a chuckle out of this one but at no point will you be scared. PLEASE HOLLYWOOD, NO MORE AVP!!!! THE NOVELTY HAS WORN OFF!!! GIVE US AND ALIEN 5 (written by Cameron, directed by Scott) OR A PREDATOR 3.… Expand
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KarlBDec 27, 2007
Worst movie I have ever seen.
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GioDDec 28, 2007
Strike 2. 2 AVP movies, 2 different directors, 2 BIG missed oppertunities. Now, the 1st AVP wasnt good, but it had its moments here n there. With AVP-R directors Bros. Strause rarely capitalize to make a better film. They stated many times Strike 2. 2 AVP movies, 2 different directors, 2 BIG missed oppertunities. Now, the 1st AVP wasnt good, but it had its moments here n there. With AVP-R directors Bros. Strause rarely capitalize to make a better film. They stated many times that the stars of the film were the ALIEN N PREDATOR, so why for the love of god, does the film focus so goddamn much on the cookie cutter humans n their boring ass lives!? Which brings me 2 complaint #2, for a movie with VS. in the title theres VERY little VS. going on.… Expand
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MendesR.Dec 28, 2007
This film is not a perfect movie but promises a lot of action.
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ChrisD.Dec 29, 2007
I remember a review calling it AVP: Dawson's Creek. I got that impression too, I didn't care for this at all. I like a few nods to some of the older movies, but I prefer AVP's plot and characters over AVP:R by far. Too bad the I remember a review calling it AVP: Dawson's Creek. I got that impression too, I didn't care for this at all. I like a few nods to some of the older movies, but I prefer AVP's plot and characters over AVP:R by far. Too bad the violence from this wasn't mixed with the first ones plot. I think we could've at least gotten one decent movie between the two. I also agree with the action being shot way too close.… Expand
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BenB.Dec 30, 2007
Before I say anything else about 'AVP: Requiem', let me first say this: it's actually pretty crummy cinema. The lighting is near always dark and murky, the action sequences are filmed in such a disorienting way that it's Before I say anything else about 'AVP: Requiem', let me first say this: it's actually pretty crummy cinema. The lighting is near always dark and murky, the action sequences are filmed in such a disorienting way that it's near impossible to tell who's winning, the characters are little more than one note cardboard cutouts, and the plot itself is little more than-you guessed it- Aliens and Predators going at it for 86 minutes. BUT, if all you want for your buck is two of the most beloved monster franchises ever battling their way through an R-rated sci-fi schlock fest, then here you go. Not only is this AVP immeasurably better than the first, PG-13 rated entry, but it's also way more reverent of both franchises' roots- unlike the first film, this one actually feels like an Alien or Predator movie, and the Brother's Strause should be commended for capturing the mood of the classic films. But don't take that as suggesting that this is as good as Ridley Scott's 'Alien', James Cameron's 'Aliens', or John McTiernan's 'Predator'- 'AVP: Requiem' has more in common with 'Alien 3' and 'Predator 2' in terms of quality and origninality. But that doesn't stop it from being bloody good entertainment, which leads me to say what I thought I would never say: all hail 'AVP 3'!… Expand
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KurtK.Nov 11, 2008
This movie is way better than AvP 1. But still way below any of the Alien trilogy (yes trilogy !) or Predator movies. I only have one large complaint: In 90 percent of the action sequences I couldn't see diddly dick. I watched this in This movie is way better than AvP 1. But still way below any of the Alien trilogy (yes trilogy !) or Predator movies. I only have one large complaint: In 90 percent of the action sequences I couldn't see diddly dick. I watched this in the theater and on dvd with hight contrast settings. In swear to every thing that is holy - I could not see anything! There was a scene where the camera panned for 2min over absolute blackness while epic battle music was playing. What I liked about his movie was how the predator was practically not a hunter but janitor cleaning up the mess. Some characters were likable but mostly flat - which is OK because they are redshirts anyway. I love how this movie has action from beginning to end, and doesn't take to long to pick up the pace. That the plot was not very deep is a OK in my book. I mean the the title is Alien vs. Predator. Any movie with something vs. something in the title is not going to be an intelectula challenge. Trying to make the plot deeper would make it only pretentious. AvP Reqiuem is good monster and horror flick. Nothing more - nothing less.… Expand
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TimothyPJan 15, 2008
Weak story line but good fun.
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BarryJan 18, 2008
I have to start off with the words: Very predictable. So many scenes where I said in my head 'this will happen' and it actually did shocked me as i have never guessed right so much in a film. The best one was the sexy bitch & the I have to start off with the words: Very predictable. So many scenes where I said in my head 'this will happen' and it actually did shocked me as i have never guessed right so much in a film. The best one was the sexy bitch & the guy planning to go swimming and when they started to get down, her yob friends came down in their cars.. hilariously predictable. The acting wasn't the best either but passable. Overall the fight scenes between the Aliens and Predator and gore make up for the poor attempt at a storyline, as there was none what so ever. If you're looking for a film with any twists at all or something that will keep you guessing, give it a miss. If you're only there for the gore, then this movie is for you. 6 out of 10 being generous.… Expand
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AndrewA.Jan 22, 2008
Rather than compare this to the previous Aliens vs Predator Movie, I thought back to the first Predator film and Alien. Against those films, this has nothing new to offer except the ability to overlook the menace and horror of the originals. Rather than compare this to the previous Aliens vs Predator Movie, I thought back to the first Predator film and Alien. Against those films, this has nothing new to offer except the ability to overlook the menace and horror of the originals. The first Alien film had characters you sympathized with before it killed them off, this film just introduces characters as fodder. There were some truly gruesome concepts in this film, such as what happens to the women in the hospital. You could have made a whole movie about that scene that would give people nightmares for years. Instead it's a 2 minute segment that can be completely overlooked as it has no real relevance to the plot. Also, the way the Predator used one guy as bait for the Aliens was an interesting way of proving the enemy of my enemy is not necessarily my friend. But this was again not developed well.… Expand
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StephenD.Feb 11, 2008
Sometimes you can give a film the benefit of the doubt (Alien Resurrection) sometimes you cannot (AVP) but never can you let a film as genuinely bad as AVPR get away with destroying what was once a magical franchise. If you thought AVP had Sometimes you can give a film the benefit of the doubt (Alien Resurrection) sometimes you cannot (AVP) but never can you let a film as genuinely bad as AVPR get away with destroying what was once a magical franchise. If you thought AVP had fallen on its face then AVPR has rolled over and tumbled off a cliff. There seems to be an obsession now in these later films to pointlessly reference previous films ( the heroes name, quotes, even the sound of aliens getting shot sound exactly the same as they do in Aliens yawn yawn) I half expected Jones the cat to walk around the corner. The brothers Strauss have gone for the shock everyone into being scared tactics in this film but it just doesn't work. We already know how evil Aliens are we really don't need to see what would happen if one would accidentally wander into a maternity ward. But sadly what it did prove is that the talentless directors have not got the ability to create either the chilling atmosphere of Alien or the thrilling action of Aliens. You won't care about the characters you'll be sticking up for the away team if you can stick around at all. Predator 3 would have been more ambitious and the film wouldn't even require a human presence. Unfortunately the film will make money and there will be talk of a third this is not a continuation of a franchise its the film industry bursting out from the chest of all the paying public and that is genuinely stomach churning… Expand
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LeeP.Feb 19, 2008
I think the trouble with these films is that they fail to offer anything new to either the Alien or Predator world. We all know so much about these iconic creatures now that part of the original fear or curiosity that we felt in watching I think the trouble with these films is that they fail to offer anything new to either the Alien or Predator world. We all know so much about these iconic creatures now that part of the original fear or curiosity that we felt in watching Alien, Aliens and Predator is lost and we are forced to rely on the acting of the Human characters, which here is not great. There are no strong characters that you can really root for. The film almost does something new by introducing a glimpse of the Predator home world and of course the Predalien but these aren't enough to hold the audiences interest. Perhaps the next in the series if their is to be one should take place off world and show us something we haven't ever seen before from both these legendary movie monsters.… Expand
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PaulApr 14, 2008
I'm an idiot - so I liked this movie.
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BrianD.Apr 17, 2008
I saw last year on IGN that James Cameron was interested to bring Aliens to a new level and started to write some stuff with Ridley Scott for an Aliens 5 which they showed to FOX. The stupid smart ass at fox preferred to work on A VS P with I saw last year on IGN that James Cameron was interested to bring Aliens to a new level and started to write some stuff with Ridley Scott for an Aliens 5 which they showed to FOX. The stupid smart ass at fox preferred to work on A VS P with a no name director..... i don't know who took that decision at FOX but he should be fired right away. Fox president should call back Cameron, apologize and ask him to continue his work on a sequel! A VS P R is simply a very bad movie.… Expand
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DaveApr 18, 2008
I got pretty much what I expected/wanted from AVP2: stock/disposable characters being slaughtered left and right, Aliens and Predators smacking one another around, and a smattering of splatter accompanied by cliche after cliche. If I got pretty much what I expected/wanted from AVP2: stock/disposable characters being slaughtered left and right, Aliens and Predators smacking one another around, and a smattering of splatter accompanied by cliche after cliche. If you're not watching this one with a 12-pack, some Doritos and a bunch of smart-alecky/shouting-prone friends in your living room, you're doing it all wrong.… Expand
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5HTDec 25, 2007
At times, it felt like they were trying too hard to be shocking. A good sci-fi horror film. Plenty of gore. Predator is much cooler in this film. As it should be.
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