Aliens (DVD)

Aliens (1986) starring Sigourney Weaver, Carrie Henn, Michael Biehn, Paul Reiser, Lance Henricksen, Bill Paxton. Directed by James Cameron. The sequel to "Alien" surpasses the original, once the action starts. Unfortunately, the preamble to action takes about an hour, and the first half of the movie seems sluggish. Still, it's an action-packed thrill ride, and Weaver is sensational in the role of Ripley. Grade: B+