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Alien (1979)

"In space no one can hear you scream."

8.219791h 57mEN
HorrorScience Fiction

Directed by Ridley Scott

Rating

8.2/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

May 25, 1979

Director

Ridley Scott

Official Trailer

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Overview

During its return to the earth, commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a distant planet. When a three-member team of the crew discovers a chamber containing thousands of eggs on the planet, a creature inside one of the eggs attacks an explorer. The entire crew is unaware of ...

Cast

Tom Skerritt

Tom Skerritt

Dallas

Sigourney Weaver

Sigourney Weaver

Ripley

Veronica Cartwright

Veronica Cartwright

Lambert

Harry Dean Stanton

Harry Dean Stanton

Brett

John Hurt

John Hurt

Kane

Ian Holm

Ian Holm

Ash

Yaphet Kotto

Yaphet Kotto

Parker

Bolaji Badejo

Bolaji Badejo

Alien

Helen Horton

Helen Horton

Mother (voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Alien (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During its return to the earth, commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a distant planet. When a three-member team of the crew discovers a chamber containing thousands of eggs on the planet, a creature inside one of the eggs attacks an explorer. The entire crew is unaware of the impending nightmare set to descend upon them when the alien parasite planted inside its unfortunate host is birthed.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Alien. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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