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July 18, 1986
Theatrical Release Date:
07/18/1986
DVD Release Date:
03/21/2000
Run Time:
138min.
Starring:
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
Fox
MPAA Rating:
R
Genre(s):
Action,Crime and Mystery,Horror,Science Fiction
Plot: Big-budget special effects, swiftly paced action, and a distinct feminist subtext from writer/director James Cameron turned what should have been a by-the-numbers sci-fi sequel into both a blockbuster and a seven-time Oscar nominee. Read More
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About the only movie made in this franchise with any substance to it, and actually the best and most popular one ever made with both fans and mainstream movie audiences.
James Cameron's 1986 sci-fi classic ALIENS is my most personal favorite movie of all time. its the best movie ever!!! it has a great badass cast especially sigourney weaver playing lt. ellen ripley ki... cking some aliens butts and also when ripley is in the powerloader to protect newt from the queen alien and when she says "get away from her you bitch" is the greatest line in the movie. Full Review
very classic full of its dramatic action, clever story, and eye popping visuals such as the aliens that are very clever for even modern day. loved it.
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