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What are some movies where the director's cut is actually WORSE than the theatrical cut? Recommendation (piefed.social)
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[–] 4 points 3 months ago (1 child)

I also prefer the theatrical cut of Aliens. The relationship between Ripley and Newt is just enough. The director's cut mashes the maternal relationship button too hard. Seeing a little bit more with the colonists is nice, but doesn't make up for the other imbalances.

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  • [–] 1 point 3 months ago

    Wow, that’s a good point actually.

    The special edition has pretty much been the standard for home video ever since they released the Alien Trilogy Boxset in 1997.

    Meaning I also haven’t actually watched the Theatrical Cut since at least 1997 🤐

    Cameron recently hinted at a 3D re-release following the 40th anniversary, but the movie itself hasn’t aged as well as Alien and I won’t even mention the issues with the 4K ‘remaster.

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