Vintage action legend Michael Biehn has starred in more iconic cinematic achievements than most actors can dream of, heading up masterpieces such as The Terminator, Aliens, The Abyss, and Tombstone. Consequently, it takes something genuinely extraordinary to blow him away. When an actor of his stature speaks of a future movie with such unrestrained enthusiasm, the world sits up and takes notice.
Biehn is poised to star in Onslaught, the new high-stakes film directed by Adam Wingard. Speaking in an exclusive conversation, Biehn revealed that watching the finished product ignited an exceptionally high benchmark of comparison: the very same feeling he got when he first witnessed James Cameron’s legendary *Aliens*.
Prior to seeing the final cut, Biehn had already noted that Onslaught carries a remarkable “frantic energy” reminiscent of *The Terminator*, comparing Wingard’s overall signature style to a perfect blend of The Guest and Terminator 2: Judgment Day. But witnessing the finished movie catapulted his expectations to astronomical heights. When asked what he desires for audiences walking out of the theater, Biehn left no doubt about both the film’s quality and its blockbuster potential:
“I’d like them to walk away thinking two things. First, I’d watch that again. And second, I can’t wait for the sequel.”
For those holding off on getting excited about a film they haven’t seen yet, Biehn’s passionate endorsement ought to sway even the most hesitant sci-fi fans. His excitement peaked when he detailed the afternoon he sat down to watch the movie alongside Wingard, recalling the electric atmosphere once the credits rolled.
“I kind of had the same feelings I had when I saw Aliens. I just didn’t have Bill Paxton in there next to me to high five with,” Biehn recalled, describing how he leapt out of his chair the moment the screening concluded, shouting with pure joy: “Oh my God, you fucking did it, Adam! You fucking did it, Jesus! This is fucking amazing.”
Considering Biehn’s extensive history with *Aliens* — and his unwavering position that the spectacular battle-heavy movie is James Cameron’s absolute masterpiece — his glowing praise serves as a massive seal of approval. Wingard has delivered an intense cinematic experience that is primed to hit hard and leave viewers clamoring for more. Fans will be keeping their eyes peeled for Biehn’s highly anticipated demand for Onslaught 2, whenever the sequels start rolling.
Onslaught officially hits theaters on September 4.
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