The most well-known science fiction gems of all time is also one of the most effective and enjoyable

Rating: 10/10 (11 August 2007)

Alien is, along with Gladiator, Ridley Scott's energetic masterpiece. I hadn't heard of most of Scott's films until Gladiator, and was surprised to find that Alien was one of his own after watching Gladiator back in the cinemas.... both are stunning films. But this tops it for sure. It features a bravo performance from the marvelous Sigourney Weaver, who plays our clever and strong female heroin.
What is so extraordinary is that the film is so psychologically effective its almost unflinching to watch. And its clever with how it delivers its thrills. For example, us viewers barely see the alien in full detail, most of the time it is set in shadows, moving with deadly intent. It is haunting to watch the way it use wit to devour its helpless victims.
Aliens was great, but doesn't match the magic of Alien. Scotts best as well.