Another Fine Film

Rating: 8/10 (15 January 2005)

I remember seeing this film and thinking that it was trying to re-create the first film, unsuccessfully. My opinion has changed after viewing it again and although it is neither as fresh as Alien or as exciting as Aliens it still is a fine film. Credit has to go to David Fincher for even attempting this sequel. I think if this had been the second in the series it would have failed. Fincher quite brilliantly recreates some of the tension of the original and manages to work in some great characters.
I think that after Aliens, we all know exactly how deadly these creatures are, and to throw one in with a bunch of convicts with no weapons (except Ripley) works surprising well.
Overall the movie delivers the terror and suspense, which when added to the shocking ending, makes for entertaining viewing yet again
8/10