Aliens - Storyboards VFX - L.A. Effects Group
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Aliens (1986) Production Storyboards (Copy)
Dated January 28, 1986
65 pages – including key sequences like Alien encounters with human interactions, Drop spaceship, APC vehicle operations, Marine Troopers and Ripley scenes
Created by the L.A. Effects Group
Directed by James Cameron
A rare and highly collectible set of production storyboards from Aliens. Dated January 28, 1986, this volume comprises 65 pages, making it one of the most complete storyboard collections associated with the film.
The collection includes storyboards depicting the different Aliens and their interactions with human characters, alongside a dynamic visual breakdown of sequences such as the Drop spaceship, APC vehicle operations, Marine Troopers deployment and scenes involving Ellen Ripley, portrayed by Sigourney Weaver. These boards reflect the meticulous planning behind the film’s groundbreaking action and practical effects.
The artwork was produced by the L.A. Effects Group, a company founded in 1983 by leading Hollywood visual effects specialists. The group worked closely with Robert Skotak, Stan Winston and John Richardson, contributing to the realization of the film’s ambitious visual design.
An exceptional and historically significant piece, this set offers valuable insight into the craftsmanship behind one of the most influential science fiction action films ever made.
Prospective buyers are encouraged to carefully review all accompanying photographs to fully assess the condition and completeness of this remarkable item.
Did you know?
Our storyboards come directly from the USA. They are easy to recognize because they have the standard U.S. paper size. Typically, people use A4-sized paper (297mm in height) to make fan copies of scripts and storyboards. This paper size is not used in the United States; they use letter-sized paper (279mm in height). This is noticeable because this copies usually have black lines at the top and bottom, showing that the original paper size used to copy (any American storyboard) is smaller than A4.
Also, our storyboards have been preserved under the strictest climate control standards in HVAC-R conditions, both during storage and throughout the packaging process. As a result, a label is applied after sealing them, as shown in the photos. They are bound in the same way that vault copies of scripts and storyboards are preserved, without any oxidizable materials that could damage the paper. They are carefully packed in bubble wrap and placed in a cardboard box to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.
Seller's Story
FilmScriptArchive – “Cinema begins on the page” Founded in 2005 in Sacramento (USA), we are a curated archive dedicated to the preservation and presentation of film screenplays and cinema-related materials. Our collection comprise screenplays and storyboards regarded as cultural and historical artefacts, selected for their significance within the evolution of filmmaking, screenwriting and cinematic heritage. Each item is presented with rigorous attention to condition, intended for collectors, researchers and connoisseurs of cinema. Since 2022, we have operated from a base in Spain, where we bring the finest pieces directly from the United States. Orders are dispatched within 24 hours. All items have been preserved under stringent climate-controlled HVAC-R conditions and are subsequently sealed to ensure arrival in optimal condition to their new custodians.
Aliens (1986) Production Storyboards (Copy)
Dated January 28, 1986
65 pages – including key sequences like Alien encounters with human interactions, Drop spaceship, APC vehicle operations, Marine Troopers and Ripley scenes
Created by the L.A. Effects Group
Directed by James Cameron
A rare and highly collectible set of production storyboards from Aliens. Dated January 28, 1986, this volume comprises 65 pages, making it one of the most complete storyboard collections associated with the film.
The collection includes storyboards depicting the different Aliens and their interactions with human characters, alongside a dynamic visual breakdown of sequences such as the Drop spaceship, APC vehicle operations, Marine Troopers deployment and scenes involving Ellen Ripley, portrayed by Sigourney Weaver. These boards reflect the meticulous planning behind the film’s groundbreaking action and practical effects.
The artwork was produced by the L.A. Effects Group, a company founded in 1983 by leading Hollywood visual effects specialists. The group worked closely with Robert Skotak, Stan Winston and John Richardson, contributing to the realization of the film’s ambitious visual design.
An exceptional and historically significant piece, this set offers valuable insight into the craftsmanship behind one of the most influential science fiction action films ever made.
Prospective buyers are encouraged to carefully review all accompanying photographs to fully assess the condition and completeness of this remarkable item.
Did you know?
Our storyboards come directly from the USA. They are easy to recognize because they have the standard U.S. paper size. Typically, people use A4-sized paper (297mm in height) to make fan copies of scripts and storyboards. This paper size is not used in the United States; they use letter-sized paper (279mm in height). This is noticeable because this copies usually have black lines at the top and bottom, showing that the original paper size used to copy (any American storyboard) is smaller than A4.
Also, our storyboards have been preserved under the strictest climate control standards in HVAC-R conditions, both during storage and throughout the packaging process. As a result, a label is applied after sealing them, as shown in the photos. They are bound in the same way that vault copies of scripts and storyboards are preserved, without any oxidizable materials that could damage the paper. They are carefully packed in bubble wrap and placed in a cardboard box to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.
Seller's Story
FilmScriptArchive – “Cinema begins on the page” Founded in 2005 in Sacramento (USA), we are a curated archive dedicated to the preservation and presentation of film screenplays and cinema-related materials. Our collection comprise screenplays and storyboards regarded as cultural and historical artefacts, selected for their significance within the evolution of filmmaking, screenwriting and cinematic heritage. Each item is presented with rigorous attention to condition, intended for collectors, researchers and connoisseurs of cinema. Since 2022, we have operated from a base in Spain, where we bring the finest pieces directly from the United States. Orders are dispatched within 24 hours. All items have been preserved under stringent climate-controlled HVAC-R conditions and are subsequently sealed to ensure arrival in optimal condition to their new custodians.
Details
Movie/TV series
Aliens
Country of origin
United States
Cast/production
Storyboards VFX
Number of objects
1
Additional information
VFX production storyboard set for the film Aliens. Dated 01/28/86. 65 pages
Year
1986
Material
Paper
Brand
L.A. Effects Group
Condition
Very good
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