A *perfect* sci-fi film!

Rating: 10/10 (22 June 2001)

This is my #1 all-time, most favorite, most watched movie EVER! Need I say more? Hmm ok. James Cameron is a genius and his directorial mastery is most evident here. Forget Titanic and Terminator for a second and let's discuss ALIENS. For a movie that is 15 years old the special effects still hold up even today - that is just amazing. Never did I doubt the reality of the movie or the possibility of aliens such as those in the film actually existing. This is a film that will give you nightmares. You'll care about the characters because they are ALL likeable and fun. There's more one-liners than a Schwarzeneggar movie here too, talk about the quotage! The music by James Horner is also first rate and heart pounding. It's also a testament to pacing and intensity that the last hour of the film is filled with so much tension and drama that you will feel worn out by the time the credits roll. And get this: Sigourney Weaver was nominated for Best Actress for her role. How many action/sci-fi movies get acting nominations? Virtually none. Check this movie out, don't even rent it, just BUY IT immediately on DVD.