With Alien Ridley Scott has one of the major science fiction films created in the history of moving images. Ellen Ripley’s (Sigourney Weaver) struggle to survive the claustrophobic corridors of the Nostromo is the foundation of one of the best sci-fi franchises out there.
Over the years there have been several sequels and various spin-offs that have added more characters and stories to the Alien universe. Particularly controversial discussed Alien Rebirth, the fourth entry in the series. Tonight you can watch the sci-fi horror on TV.
Science fiction horror unleashed: Alien 4 is by far the most bizarre part of the Alien series
Alien Reborn brings back Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley, but feels only marginally like a sequel to the previous films. Rather, the Alien series ventures into new waters, shifts the focus (it’s very much about spooky cloning experiments), and ends up leading the controversial newborn alien a.
You can watch the trailer for Alien 4 here:
Alien – The Rebirth – Trailer (German)
The fourth Alien film looks very chaotic, which definitely has its merits. He has its own character and clearly stands out from the rest of the series. However, the chaos is no accident. Behind the scenes, director Jean-Pierre Jeunet and screenwriter Joss Whedon have had a row.
In an interview with The Independent last year, Jeunet looked back on working with Whedon.
I know Joss Whedon said some bad things about me. I do not care. I know if Joss Whedon directed the film himself would be [Alien –
Die Wiedergeburt] he’s likely to become a big hit. He’s very good at making films for American geeks – something for idiots. Because he’s very good at making Marvel movies. I hate this type of movie. It’s so silly, so stupid. After the fourth part, the series was idle for the time being, which was not least due to the disappointing box office result. All Alien 5 plans have been never put into practice. In addition to a Whedon screenplay that takes place on Earth, Aliens director James Cameron was also involved in a potential sequel at times.
Ultimately, 20th Century Fox laid the work on Alien 5 on ice and focused on the crossover Alien vs. Predator, which was released in 2004. Eight years later, Alien creator Ridley Scott returned and launched Prometheus – Dark Signs, a prequel series that was also discontinued after Alien: Covenant.
Sci-Fi Horror Sequel: When Will Alien 4 Be On TV?
Alien Rebirth airs tonight, September 6, 2023 at 10:00 p.m. on NITRO. With commercial breaks, the broadcast lasts until 12:05 a.m. Alternatively, you can stream the film on Disney+. The other parts of the series are there as well.
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