Aliens (1986)

Ceremony Year: 1987Category: Best Visual EffectsReleased: 1986

Nominated Talent & Credits

Robert Skotak— Robert Skotak, Stan Winston, John Richardson, Suzanne Benson

Stan Winston— Robert Skotak, Stan Winston, John Richardson, Suzanne Benson

John Richardson— Robert Skotak, Stan Winston, John Richardson, Suzanne Benson

Suzanne Benson— Robert Skotak, Stan Winston, John Richardson, Suzanne Benson

Synopsis / Overview

Ripley, the sole survivor of the Nostromo's deadly encounter with the monstrous Alien, returns to Earth after drifting through space in hypersleep for 57 years. Although her story is initially met with skepticism, she agrees to accompany a team of Colonial Marines back to LV-426.

Historical Academy Record

VISUAL EFFECTS — 59th Academy Awards (1987)

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