Not Great But Still Good

Rating: 8/10 (2 October 2013)

This first 2 Alien films I give a 10. This one is weaker in story and special effects but it is still an entertaining film with proper dark merciless Alien vibe. People complain that it doesn't meet the standard of the first 2 films. I agree and that is why I give it an 8. I am glad to have more Alien. Isn't it better to have lesser Alien movie than no Alien movie? This is David Fincher's first real movie. He builds on this and goes on to give us Seven and Fight Club. Celebrate this movie in its imperfection for what it is, decent entertainment from a rising director/producer. Plus who can dispute the power of the final scene as Ripley falls into the fiery furnace arms outstretched as humanity's savior.