"I Felt Uneasy About That": Ridley Scott Recalls Alien's Early Screenings Reactions 44 Years Later

Screen Rant

By Lukas Shayo

Published 10 hours ago

44 years after the movie was first released, Ridley Scott discusses the uncomfortable experience of witnessing the first reactions to Alien.

Director Ridley Scott recalls the extreme reactions to his movie Alien, feeling uneasy about viewers fainting.
Alien remains a study in horror, with modern graphics and repetition unable to remove its genuine terror, and it is the reason behind those early reactions.
Alien's success can be attributed to relatable characters, realistic dialogue, and the use of tension to create fear.