Alien (Ridley Scott, 1979)
ALIEN
1979 | M | 116 Mins | DCP | US | D: Ridley Scott
ALIENS
1986 | M | 136 Mins | 35mm | US | D: James Cameron
In Ridley Scott’s influential sci-fi horror, the crew of a commercial spacecraft are terrorised by a parasitic alien after investigating a mysterious distress call from a seemingly uninhabited moon. Widely considered to be among the greatest science-fiction and horror films ever made, Alien took out the Oscar for Best Visual Effects and introduced Ripley (Sigourney Weaver), now a favourite cinematic action hero.
‘…a great original… dark and frightening intensity’ – Roger Ebert
Meanwhile, James Cameron trades horror for sci-fi action adventure in the critically acclaimed sequel, in which Ripley joins a team of highly trained marines to wage war against aliens who have overrun the LV-426 space colony.
‘…a sci-fi war movie that gets you in its grip very early, and never lets go’ – The Washington Post
Alien (1979) is held in the NFSA collection. Aliens (1986) is presented on 35mm film prints from the NFSA collection.
Pre-order a charcuterie board and beverage with your cinema tickets to enjoy in the NFSA Courtyard between screenings. Gluten-free (+$5), vegan, and vegetarian options available. Learn more
The details
What: Alien/Aliens double feature screening
When: Saturday 4 May at 5pm/8pm
Where: NFSA Acton (Arc Cinema)
Cost: $20–25 + option to pre-order a charcuterie board and beverage. Book tickets
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