AVP - Alien vs. Predator / Aliens vs. Predator - Requiem (Unrated Two-Pack) [Blu-ray] Reviews

• AVP: Ridiculous

  
  By ABZ991C66LLN4 on 2008-03-25
  Let me begin this review by explaining to those who may not know, that there are a series of very well written AVP books. The central figure is a woman named Machiko Noguchi, who works for Weyland-Yutani Corporation. The series starts off on a colony world, and long story short, much like the original AVP movie, Machiko is blooded as a Predator warrior. But where the first AVP movie made an uninspiring choice, in the AVP books, Machiko joins the predators on their hunts across the galaxy, which makes for a gripping story with her internal conflicts between her loyalty to the predators, her hatred of the aliens, and her heritage as a human. They're really well done, and I highly recommend them:
  
  1. Prey (Aliens Vs. Predator, Book 1)
  2. Hunter's Planet (Aliens Vs. Predator, Book 2)
  3. War (Aliens Vs. Predator, Book 3)
  
  So, given this context, I found the first AVP movie to be by far the most closely aligned with this vision of AVP, although disappointing that it stopped short of carrying through with the theme described in the novels. Not surprisingly, I found the second AVP movie (requiem), to not only be an unfaithful extension of that theme and a complete deviation from previously understood Alien canon, but also an utter mess of a movie in general.
  
  I would rank the Alien movies as follows:
  
  1. Aliens (*****)
  2. Alien (*****)
  3. AVP 1 (***)
  4. Alien 3 (**)
  5. Alien Resurrection (**)
  6. AVP Requiem (*)
  
  To provide additional insight about my view of this movie, I own all previously released Alien movies, but have no intention of wasting my money on this one. Furthermore, after I'd finished viewing this movie at the theatre, I was actually incensed as I told myself that I'd just lost 101 minutes of my life that I could never get back.
  
  Do yourself a favor - spend some quality time with a friend or family member, go out to a nice restaurant, or read a good book (such as those I've listed above), but DO NOT waste some of your precious time on this Earth watching this stinker.
  
  

• You're ALL Correct . . .

  
  By A1C4XZPPK9CBUM on 2008-04-09
  First let me say that I have been a tremendous fan of the Sci-Fi Genre since the 50's. The very nature of Sci-Fi is that what you are viewing is NOT REAL folks it is ALL FICTICIOUS (not factual). This applies to a Sci-Fi Book as well as a Sci-Fi film. Quite often people will prefer a book version over a film version (or visa versa) but in either case NONE of it is real. I think too many people have taken the original poster to task and have been a bit too harsh. Brent did an excellent job of rendering "his" opinion about the books and the films. He has every right to render his opinions. Obviously some people didn't like his opinions, but to even suggest that he doesn't have the right to post them is unfortunate. I do have to take Amazon itself to task for constantly allowing reviews (good or bad) for products that aren't even out yet! They do this with all forms of products and people begin to issue comments on things that aren't even out yet. Yes, AVP2 was out in the movies but the Blu-Ray disc has yet to be released. So right now everyone is commenting on something that doesn't even exist yet. I do agree that comments about the quality of the disc would be most helpful but we can't possibly get that from anyone since no-one has the yet-to-be-released disc. So to sum up . . . Brent, I very much appreciated your thoughts and thank you. Amazon, you could avoid controversy like this by only making comments available once the product is actually available. Finally, Sci-Fi is total fiction folks whether in book or movie form. Enjoy it on any level you wish but always keep in mind that NONE of it is real. Peace.
  
  

• AVP 2 Pack

  
  By AZECW3RZNYVFG on 2008-05-12
  Having recently watched AVP Requiem on Bluray I ended up really disappointed with this version. Being a fan of the first film (I'm among the few probably) I highly enjoyed the 2nd one in that it really pays homage to the old Aliens and Predator films, lots of violence, much better creature FX than the first AVP film and just a truer representation of the Aliens and Predators really makes this a fun film to sit through, BUT something happened with the Blu-ray release of this film. First the Unrated edition on Blu-ray is missing footage that the Unrated regular DVD has and 2nd, the movie is insanely dark. Having seen this at the theater when it was released I know for a fact that the movie was NOT this dark, something must have happened in the transfer process but unless this movie is watched in total darkness its almost impossible to see A LOT of the film, even the HD trailer on the SAME DISC is brighter, clearer and easier to see. I emailed FOX about these problems and I got a simple reply in that "We are looking into this issue but do not have a solution yet" So obviously there is a problem and I hope the institute an exchange.
  
  Besides this the first AVP looks good, the visuals in Paul Anderson's films have always been great, whether you are a fan of his work is another story ;)
  
  In either movie dont expect top notch performances from the human cast, neither movie is great on that front but I dont think you are watching these movies for oscar worthy performances anyhow.
  
  

• *sigh* could have done so much more

  
  By A3OF7U62JRG1CH on 2008-05-20
  watched the movie last night.. I was looking forward to a good continuation of the last AVP movie, and as the film started , it began to look as though it maight deliver. Unfortunately, the story was compacted into so little time and no real development was given, I felt as though I had been handed a very pretty looking slice of cake that was all frosting, no cake. yeha, ok, the new critter looked good, but that is not a good enought reason for me to waste 2 hours of my life watching a film.. I need more substance, and frankly, after about 30 min. I was looking to go do something else.
  
  

• Go Blu

  
  By A3GGHBPHXZ0MSQ on 2008-06-01
  This was my first Blu ray movie, and I have already set on buying at least 4 more. It is a real in theater experience when you add this with a HDTV screen, the picture is so clean. With most of the movies we watched on my DVD player we had to crank the volume the sound on blu ray just adds to the experience.
  
  
• AVPR
  By A12P534HHK8I2Z on 2008-05-08
  I think this was a great story line following the orginal AVP, I loved how it started exactly where the AVP left off. It was a cool look at what would happen if one of those aliens where to be let loose in modern suburbia, and what the military probably would do as a result. Anyway great purchase.
  
  
• Still to dark
  By A3M3F1VYWY3I0C on 2008-06-01
  Had hoped being on Blu-ray, picture would be much better;however,films so dark doesn'r really matter.
  
  
• Predator Rules.
  By A3MLSY6VS7AB8O on 2008-06-07
  The first movie was great for AVP and the second was just ok. They look great on blu-ray. I wish they would bring the entire Aliens collection to blu-ray. But this and the predator movies will have to due for now. These have some nice extras and comes with a box around the movies for a real nice display instead of just the 2 dvd strapped together.
  
  
• Both AVP movies on Blu-Ray Disc+digital copy of AVP-R in one great package!!!
  By A22VNXHU6IZ5MT on 2008-08-03
  I guess I was one of the few people who enjoyed these great Sc-Fi films. These are great films for what they are and this great set from Twentieth Century fox is awesome. It in cludes BOTH Alien Vs Predator and Aliens Vs. Predator-Requiem in a nice collector's box to house them in!!! The transfers are great,but they should be, it's Blu-Ray baby!!!Note,it says Unrated two pack on the box which is most true, but the the original Theatrical/Rated cuts for BOTH films are also included along with the Unrated versions so there are actually 2 versions of each film(Theatrical/Rated and Unrated),very awesome!!! The fisrt film is a little short on extras but the second one is loaded,including a digital copy of AVP-R for your computer/Ipod(Digital Copy for AVP-R is in on it's own disc and has a code that expires on april,14,2009 just to lt you know) And I got this for less than the price of one,just $26.95 brand spanking new on sale right here at Amazon.com!!!,I buy all my Blu Ray's here,much better than the retail stores prices(including Best Buy and Circuit City by the way)What a great deal!!! Recommended!!! Two thumbs up!!! A+
  
  
• AVP - Alien vs. Predator / Alien vs. Predator - Requiem (Unrated Two-Pack ) [Blu-ray]
  By A3LE15OIZJI8KE on 2008-05-11
  The movie was awesome, and the price was unbelievable. 2 Blu-ray movies for less than the price of 1. Amazon is just great.....Buying all my blu-rays from them from now on.........Ted Beede II Newark, Ohio
  
  
• action horror
  By A37G2MFUZN9IK on 2008-08-17
  I like the movies AVP speciality in blue ray for the sound and picture. but the original alien vs predetor do not met the criteria of blue ray quality in sound .still regular dvd sound which is a shame insted of hds as the requien blue ray .
  
  
• Yeah, It's great!
  By A4SNPKXV11QJH on 2008-08-24
  I watched thoes two movies with 92" wide screen + Projector(SONY VPL-AW15).
  
  Visual was very detaild and visual effects were great.
  
  I enjoyed watching two movies for several hours.
  
  If you are a fan of "Predator" or "Ailen", don't miss it!
  
  
• CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
  By ABBM90HYDPOOO on 2008-08-25
  I really recommend this movie only on blue ray. Amazon has kept their promise to satisfy their customers and is a really good movie.
  
  
• AVP 2-pack
  By AR7XZMW3EY3HX on 2008-08-25
  After seing and enjoying Predator and Alien movies, this one is a bit harder to get used to at first - but if you enjoy action, sci-fi and great pic quality - this is a GREAT buy. Im very happy.
  
  
• AVP
  By A21IGK3X5DBO7V on 2008-09-17
  GOOD QUALITY WIH BLU RAY THROWN IN THE PICTURE WILL HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL AVP FANS OUT THERE
  
  
• VERY GOOD SPECIAL EEFECTS AND AUDIO SOUNDS
  By AI5ALXUKQ8EBL on 2008-09-19
  THIS MOVIE HAS VERY GOOD SPECIAL EEFECTS AND EXCELLENT QUALITY SOUND, AND IT IS A VERY ENTERTAINNING MOVIE THAT YOU COULD WATCH AGAIN AND AGAIN.
  
  
• Worth the Buy
  By A1M9FK2BO6JEF7 on 2008-09-21
  It is good to buy both DVD's for a good price. This movie was good.
  
  
• Alien vs Predator/Alien vs Predator Requiem 2 Pack
  By A3DPLL63LBKJM1 on 2008-09-27
  Though the story line for these two movies are substandard the special effects and presence th Aliens and Predators make it worth getting for any serious fan cinemas two deadliest and interesting monsters. The Blu Ray editions of these films are excellent and so definitely be part of your collection. Even if you didn't like them too much in the movie theatre give them a shot on Blu Ray as it adds that little extra something. I certainly enjoyed them.
  
  
• Lets Kill Everything !!!
  By A2AHI9YY06CP70 on 2008-09-29
  This is a great Sci-Fi package. In AVP Predator has a love interest and is a posthumous hero. In AVP Requiem it turns into a kill fest. Everybody gets a chance to die with copious amounts of gratuitous violence. Hoo Rah!, ain't it grand!!!!!
  
  
• AVP Unrated 2-Pack
  By A20ZLD51MJF1R2 on 2008-10-06
  The first movie was great, but the second left me a little stunned that they would even attempt to make an alien/predator together. The creature looked foolish, kind of a spoof. Overall the movies were OK.
  
  

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