20 years on, this film has more than stood the test of time

Rating: Null/10 (23 October 2006)

"Aliens" is a true movie classic. It's taken me 20 years to fully appreciate this film. For me, it was always overshadowed by the style of the original "Alien" but it remained an entertaining experience and one that I'd always return to. Watching this film again for what must be the twenty-somethingth-time, I'd comment that "Aliens" is like a vintage wine. It's more enjoyable now than when first made.
There's nothing I'd change about "Aliens". The pace of the film is spot-on, the characterisation brought to each role by the cast is excellent. Horner's score is brilliant and memorable.
It's a very different type of movie than its predecessor and time has allowed me to judge this film on its own merits. Cameron has delivered a unique sequel. I love the way he ties everything up and doesn't waste any opportunities to thrill the viewer. Why settle with just one finale when you can have two? It's just a shame that "Alien 3" spoils everything....