Forty years ago, a young filmmaker named James Cameron took one of the greatest horror films ever made and transformed it into one of the greatest action movies of all time.

Two years ago, Mart and Trev launched The Deja Review.

Now, those anniversaries collide in our biggest special episode yet.

To celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of The Deja Review and the 40th Anniversary of Aliens, Mart and Trev take a deep dive into the making of the legendary sci-fi action masterpiece that changed cinema forever.

From the tense production at Pinewood Studios and the famous clashes between James Cameron and the British crew, to the groundbreaking creature effects by Stan Winston, the unforgettable performances of Sigourney Weaver, Bill Paxton, Michael Biehn, Lance Henriksen and the rest of the Colonial Marines, this feature-length documentary explores how Aliens went from a risky sequel to one of the most influential films ever made.

We'll uncover:

The origins of the sequel

The casting of the Colonial Marines

Behind-the-scenes production stories

The famous "Tea Trolley Mutiny"

The creation of the Alien Queen

Deleted scenes and alternate ideas

The film's legacy across movies, gaming and popular culture

Why Aliens remains the gold standard for action sequels 40 years later

Whether you're a lifelong fan of LV-426 or discovering the film for the first time, this special celebration looks back at the movie that gave us pulse rifles, power loaders, facehuggers, xenomorphs, and some of the most quotable lines in movie history.

Game over, man? Not even close.

Join Mart and Trev as we celebrate 40 years of Aliens and 2 years of The Deja Review.

Two long time friends, one podcast.

This is The Deja Review.

Enjoy the episode and remember to like, follow and tell your friends.

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Mart & Trev

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Share in the Comments. What's your favourite moment from Aliens?

🚀 "Express Elevator to Hell?"

👑 The Alien Queen?

🤖 "Get away from her, you bitch!"

💀 Hudson's meltdown?

🔥 Or something else entirely?

00:00 Celebrating Two Years of Deja Review

01:58 Exploring the Film 'Aliens'

02:57 The Impact of 'Aliens' on the Franchise

05:49 Character Development and Ripley's Role

09:44 Behind the Scenes: Casting and Production Challenges

13:07 Design Changes and Visual Effects

17:20 On-Set Dynamics and Directorial Challenges

21:41 The Legacy of 'Aliens' and Its Cultural Impact

30:44 Character Development and Training in Alien Films

33:34 The Impact of Alien 3 on Character Arcs

36:58 The Cast's Journey and Career Paths

40:51 Special Editions vs. Original Releases

46:39 The Evolution of Alien Technology and Effects

52:57 The Future of the Alien Franchise

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