What the deuce? Another attempt to capitalize on a lame franchise? Blast!

Rating: Null/10 (14 August 2004)

I expected to see a half assed attempt to revitalize two sagging franchises - sigh - I wish I would have been that fortunate.
Alien Vs Predator played out like a comic book - filled with big explosions, epic battles and appeals to some played out warrior ethos. Bah ! Both of these franchises were based on elements such as tension, style and subtle use of creature effects. After seeing both Alien and Predator on screen for extended periods of time BOTH creatures lost their appeal and mysticism. Like all classic monster movies, it is better to see too little than too much (the original Alien, Predator, Nightmare on Elm Street...etc).
A hackneyed plot, cardboard cast (although the acting is about average for this genre) and music that was predictable at best left me wondering how this movie is going to last beyond the opening weekend. Please. Wait for video for this one....and when it comes to video/DVD rent something else instead....might I suggest Equilibrium ?
Sadly, the Alien and Predator license now join Robocop on the '....we are relics from a bygone era who have no business being trotted out for the masses because they will see how one- dimensional we truly are."
Somebody stop the fanboys from making movies. Please.