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Sigourney Weaver Reveals Dislike for Watching Scary Films

The 'Alien' star discusses her aversion to horror movies, her upcoming West End debut in 'The Tempest,' and her love of Shakespeare.

  • Sigourney Weaver, known for her iconic role as Ellen Ripley in the 'Alien' franchise, shared that she dislikes watching scary movies despite acting in them.
  • The 75-year-old actress made the revelation during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, where she was joined by Nicholas Hoult, star of the upcoming 'Nosferatu' remake.
  • Weaver is set to make her West End debut on Saturday, playing Prospero in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest,' directed by Jamie Lloyd, marking her first stage performance in 12 years.
  • She expressed her enthusiasm for the production, describing it as a 'wonderful surprise' and highlighting its ambitious technical aspects and multi-layered storytelling.
  • In addition to discussing her theatre role, Weaver reflected on her work with director James Cameron on 'Avatar,' sharing insights about her experience with intense preparation for the film.
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