Alien
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Same writer: Ronald Shusett · Tense, dark · about survival and corruption
Aliens
A relentless, nerve-shredding thrill ride that blends explosive action with claustrophobic horror and surprising emotional warmth.
About 1986 film by James Cameron
Genres action, horror, adventure, war, science fiction, monster, thriller, science fiction horror, suspense, science fiction action
Directed by James Cameron
Written by James Cameron, Walter Hill, Dan O'Bannon, Ronald Shusett
Starring Sigourney Weaver, Bill Paxton, Michael Biehn, Lance Henriksen, Paul Reiser, Jenette Goldstein, Mark Rolston, Al Matthews
Music James Horner
Runtime 137 min
Country United States
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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