An Overlooked Classic!

Rating: 8/10 (27 January 2013)

An overlooked classic.
Many people may disagree but the general thoughts that spring to mind over this immensely popular franchise - as far as success is concerned - is Ridley Scott's original 1979 sci-fi horror 'Alien.' However - in my opinion - not only does sequel director James Camerson rise superior to Scott and her predecessor, but he is able to manipulate a supposedly slow burning horror into a sensationally well crafted, thrilling blockbuster.
'Aliens' follows on 57 years from the original 'Alien', and Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) is unable to convince humans on Earth of her terrifying ordeal at the hands of an escaped xenomorph alien.
Unwittingly, returning to space to protect a group of humans from an alien threat alongside highly trained soldiers, Ripley' fears soon resurface when she realises her alien foe may have returned, only the entire species in this occasion.
Weaver is outstanding as ever in the lead role and her back up cast well supports her in the form of Carrie Henn and Michael Biehn.
The plot moves along at an elegant speed and never becomes tiresome or boring; it entails suspense, excitement and excellent effects for the time of its production.
Sci-fi at its peak!