Review of Alien Resurrection (1997) by Jesse L — 12 May 2013

A pretty dumb and pointless farce. A talented cast and creative team seems to have left the talent at home.

This review of Alien Resurrection (1997) was written by Jesse L on 12 May 2013.

Alien Resurrection has generally received mixed reviews.

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