Ripley's character in Alien was phenomenal! So many
qualities added up to make Ripley such a kick-ass character. Initially a
nervous wreck, Ripley is renewed as a warrior. She goes through hell to save
Newt, whom she views as a daughter. This shows how kindhearted she is. Ripley
has a softer side and a rebel side. She is the most level headed and observant
of the crew, who can see the danger before the other characters. She is the
only one who sees the potential risk in letting a first alien creature onto the
ship, no matter how it is brought on board. Also, Ripley is definitely
resourceful in extreme situations, particularly when she kills the alien.
With all of these characters it is no wonder she is such a
strong female figure! Ripley takes on tasks that, through societies eyes, are
viewed as a man’s job. She is so independent in this movie, and is a great character
to look up to for that reason. She has to fight against the philosophy of the
Company, different kinds of male figures and of course, against the Alien. She
is looked at as sort of a joke to the marines, but her independence and power quickly
show the marines whose boss!
I think if Ripley’s character were dainty and very “girly”,
the movie would not be the same in any way. Instead, she is represented as a
strong, independent, headstrong woman. This adds so much interest and really
draws you into Ripley. You see her do something badass and immediately think…”wow,
she is so cool!” She takes everything up a notch and is not your typical female
character. Let’s see more women like Ripley in movies! (The picture says it all!)
