Joss, Yes - Resurrection, NO

Rating: 4/10 (4 June 2011)

This gets a whopping 4 from me only because Whedon's script has Whedon moments. Otherwise, it is a dismal end to what began as innovative, captivating sci/fi horror. Everything about this film screams exploitation, and I am deeply amused at the recurring statement that Weaver only agreed to do the film because of the emotional medical unit scene; I kind of thought the $11 million persuaded her. Clearly, budget problems interfered, and it shows. There is a Disney-esque look to the aliens, especially in the underwater sequences. Worst of all, though, is the dreadful, knowing, irritating clone played by Ripley. I remember thinking that A3, while flawed, was at least a legitimate end to sequels. Too bad. 1 was inspired and stunning. 2 delivered, albeit in schlockmeister Cameron's hands. 3 had a morbidity that gave it integrity. This...the whole damn team wanted to make a buck, and it annoys the hell out of me that they mask this greed as a new 'vision'.