The Making of Aliens is a 2020 behind the scenes book covering the production of the film Aliens, written by J. W. Rinzler and published by Titan Books. It was initially scheduled for release on May 12, 2020, but was subsequently delayed to August 25.
Publisher's Summary[]
As one of the most highly regarded movie sequels of all time, Aliens quickly embedded itself in the minds of cinemagoers around the world when it was released in 1986. Driven by the singular vision of director James Cameron and guided by producer Gale Anne Hurd, its relentless action and unforgettable characters helped cement its place as an undisputed classic of 1980s cinema.
The Making of Aliens tells the complete story of how Cameron and Hurd, together with their immensely talented cast and crew, brought heroine Ellen Ripley back to the big screen — and upped the stakes by introducing a whole army of Aliens for her to face. Highlights of this remarkable tale include:
- Cameron's determination to make the film more of a war movie, with more emphasis on action
- Cameron and Hurd's struggles to be taken seriously in the industry, and the clashes that occurred between director and crew on set
- The challenges faced by Stan Winston and his team in creating the huge Alien Queen puppet
- Casting the actors to paly the space marines and the gruelling 'boot camp' training they had to endure
- Finding schoolgirl Carrie Henn to play the major role of Newt
- The extensive and meticulous model work that went into the creation of the iconic ships and vehicles
- Persuading the anti-gun Sigourney Weaver to return in a film heavy on weaponry
Interviews with the cast and crew, alongside revealing photography and fascinating concept art, illustrate the film's eventful journey from its beginnings as a sequel that nobody wanted to make through to its transformation into one of the highest-grossing blockbusters of the decade.
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