Alien Resurrection (1997)

Alien Resurrection (1997) is the fourth installment in the Alien franchise. Set 200 years after the events of Alien 3, the film begins with the resurrection of Ellen Ripley, who has been cloned by a team of scientists aboard the spaceship USM Auriga. The scientists aim to extract the alien embryo that was inside her when she died, hoping to use it for military purposes.



As Ripley awakens, she discovers that she has been altered by the cloning process, gaining enhanced physical abilities and a psychic connection to the Aliens. However, the scientists’ experiments lead to disastrous consequences when the Aliens escape their containment.


The ship is soon overrun by the creatures, and Ripley must join forces with a group of mercenaries led by Captain Janek to survive. As they fight for their lives, Ripley grapples with her identity and the implications of being part Alien herself. The film explores themes of humanity, survival, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding genetic manipulation.


The climax unfolds as Ripley and the remaining survivors confront the deadly Aliens, culminating in a desperate escape attempt. Alien Resurrection blends horror and science fiction, showcasing intense action sequences and philosophical questions about existence and transformation.