Alien goes to Hollywood ...(read this ONLY if you've seen the movie)

Rating: 5/10 (6 February 2003)

While the story of this sequel takes place right after the end of the first episode unfortunately we can't say it also keeps the same originality and concept-quality level . Even if the film-making is highly above average action movies (Cameron is the only true Spielberg's heir) the screenplay lacks of truly new ideas and the few ones aren't very well developed . Thumb-up for Weaver's performance (like always) and for Lance Henriksen playing the Android (this time a good one) , but the rest of the troop is made by comic style-bi dimensional characters . What makes this movie worth watching anyway is Cameron's smart direction and technical knowledge , especially in the final duel scene with the Alien-queen . The sense of fear for the unknown which we found on the first episode is lost , and that obscure Gothic-style aura turned into pop-manga spectacular show . For some it could be better , not for my taste for sure . It still remains a good sequel (if sequels can ever be good) , which focuses on action instead of sensation . I'd give it **1/2 on a ***** stars max rating-scale , but watch this then run away from Alien 3 . FRIPPERTRONIC 81,Italy