Sigourney Weaver Discusses Future of Alien Role

At the Venice Film Festival, Sigourney Weaver expressed deep emotional ties between her iconic role as Ripley in 'Alien' and the rise of Kamala Harris, stating she feels happy that her work might have influenced women's empowerment. Weaver reflected on her career and the evolution of roles for older women in Hollywood, emphasizing that strong female characters are simply representations of women themselves. She acknowledged the unexpected enduring impact of 'Alien' and the character Ripley, which she described as an 'everyman character' that transcends gender. Although she remains open to reprising her role as Ripley, she feels it is unlikely as she is currently focused on other projects, including a role in the upcoming 'Star Wars' series. Weaver underscored the need for compelling scripts to consider returning to the franchise, while also highlighting Ripley's legacy as a relatable hero. She humorously noted that Ripley has 'earned her rest' but is not completely opposed to the idea of returning.