I also prefer the theatrical cut of Aliens. The relationship between Ripley and Newt is just enough. The director’s cut mashes the maternal relationship button too hard. Seeing a little bit more with the colonists is nice, but doesn’t make up for the other imbalances.
The special edition has pretty much been the standard for home video ever since they released the Alien Trilogy Boxset in 1997.
Meaning I also haven’t actually watched the Theatrical Cut since at least 1997 🤐
Cameron recently hinted at a 3D re-release following the 40th anniversary, but the movie itself hasn’t aged as well as Alien and I won’t even mention the issues with the 4K ‘remaster.
I also prefer the theatrical cut of Aliens. The relationship between Ripley and Newt is just enough. The director’s cut mashes the maternal relationship button too hard. Seeing a little bit more with the colonists is nice, but doesn’t make up for the other imbalances.
Wow, that’s a good point actually.
The special edition has pretty much been the standard for home video ever since they released the Alien Trilogy Boxset in 1997.
Meaning I also haven’t actually watched the Theatrical Cut since at least 1997 🤐
Cameron recently hinted at a 3D re-release following the 40th anniversary, but the movie itself hasn’t aged as well as Alien and I won’t even mention the issues with the 4K ‘remaster.