It's cool that Carrie Henn shows up at these events and seems to enjoy them. After hearing so many disaster stories about former kid actors, it's nice to see one who turned out well.
Hollywood is just a microcosm of life. Kids who had good, very involved parents, tend to deal better with the preasure of fame and fare better in the long run, vs. those who had unstable parents like the Corey Haims of the world and ended up paying for it.
And sure, there’s a lot of child exploitation and sex abuse in the entertainment industry - but that’s really a nationwide problem. It’s even worse in the American Religion industry, where every week we’re hearing of a new Christian conservative pastor who raped and abused kids in his church. Dusty Smith covers one or more of these pervs every week on his weekly youtube/podcast.
I'm was watching Aliens today and happened to do a search on the actors. Came across this, and I'm so glad I did. It's nice to see a child actor surviving Hollywood and have a good life. Carrie seems like such a fine person. Her students are lucky to have her. Thanks for posting this interview and thanks to Carrie for just being herself.
Newt has grown into a very genuine, level headed woman. Very down to earth. Carrie Henn's dream was always to be a teacher not a movie star, and she has achieved that , well done Carrie.
Aliens 2 is my favorite movie of all time. Carrie (Newt) rocked! Sigourney Weaver (Ripley) "She had no weapons and no training" Bill Paxton "Well put her in charge!!" I just watched Aliens 2 yesterday for the billionth time. It never gets old. Best movie ever made. And that is a big statement, Terminator 2, Original Star Wars trilogy. Aliens 2 takes the title.
She seems like a sweet gal. So much love for someone who only had ONE role at all in her entire filmography. What a great thing to do, go to these conventions and show up and giving so much respect to the fans cuz she is fanworthy.
Her performance in Aliens is one of the most interesting, unlikely, spectacularly awesome things in the history of cinema. If her character (Newt) hadn't worked, the entire film would've been dragged down by it. I hope they never told her that, as it'd be a TON of pressure, but somehow, Cameron and his crew got an AMAZING and endlessly re-watchable performance out of her. It takes an extra-talented director to get that performance out of a kid that age with no acting experience. Some directors have it, some don't. Way to go, Carrie. You CRUSHED it!
Thank you, Carrie. You were one of the most respectable child actresses I ever knew about thanks to your quite brave and special creation of Newt in Aliens.
I just want to say God bless Carrie Henn and thank you so much Carrie Henn for doing a wonderful job as Newt the sole survivor of LV-426 in Aliens (1986) directed by James Cameron and Carrie Henn will be forever rememberd as both the greatest and the coolest child actress in Aliens (1986) the greatest sci-fi action and horror movie ever created and directed by James Cameron as well:).
The story of her audition is pretty funny. All the "experienced" and "trained" little actresses would put on a huge smile after reading the scene. Carrie stayed in the mood of the scene because she hadn't been trained to always smile for the director.
Carrie is a great person I love seeing her all grown up, and I loved her in the movie. It was a very special touch to watch her relationship with Sigourney in the movie. Ripley, being always so caring and concernerd for others, including her cat in the first movie, totally humane. Those are the moments I always love about these movies.
In 1979 The alien creature was very original. When Aliens came out, I was 22 on my honeymoon. I was so pumped after the movie. To introduce the queen alien brought it to the next level. The Alien franchise will always be iconic. It will always be my favorite sci-fi franchise right along the side Avatar. I can't wait for the sequels of Avatar. I just finished watching Aliens. I think I'm going to watch Avatar for the 20th or 30th time. James, you are the man. Carrie, I have always adored you as Newt. This is the first time I have seen you all grown up. You are awesome. Good luck with your teaching career. I also work with school-age kids. It is a calling. I love what I do. I'm sure you do as well.
With a debut performance as amazing as Carrie delivered with Newt, it's hard to imagine anything better so it's lovely to see that she has made a successful career as a teacher. My wife is also a teacher so I know first hand how much commitment it takes, and how important that commitment is to the next generation. Aliens is still one of my all time favourite movies and a large part of that is because of Carrie and Newt. Thank you...both! :)
Why is Aliens such a classic? The script, dude. The dialogue from this movie has been quoted a million times, all over the place, because it’s just that good.
At the end when Ripley flushed that alien queen out of the air lock and she fights her way out of and gets back to you, I'll never forget you calling her mommy!!! THAT just brought tears to My eyes !!! A very special moment !!! My heart just swelled in my chest after that !!!
Carrie Henn u are a legend. U are a adult now but just to look at your eyes in video, u know it's Newt. U had some good lines & that high pitch scream but loved it when u gave the thumbs up when Ripley asked u if u were ok ? & the salute at the table.
I saw Aliens at the cinema back in 1986 when i was almost 8. Funnily enough, i looked looked like Carrie and we have the same name. 😊 Well done for becoming a teacher!
She had a lot of great lines and scenes ...she was one of the ones that made that movie.... all of the actors did really... this was really an ensemble piece... you don't see that much anymore in movies...seems like they always focus on one or two people's character and everyone just floats around them....you really felt for the whole group... great writing and actors!
A great actress, she delivered a wonderful performance as Newt. The deleted scene where Newt asks Ripley where her daughter is, is bot terribly sad and beautiful at the same time.
The greatest SF movie of all times. It has a message, like an all outer manifestations of toughness are nothing in comperison to willpower and spirit integrity. Happy anding also putting Aliens apart of all sequels and prequels, it makes the story Accomplished
This woman now of course was such an awesome actress in the movie. I think the thing I liked best was her scream. To this very day, when she does that it gives me goosebumps. Fantastic!
There *has* to be a photo of her sitting at a table surrounded by the Colonial Marines coloring, molding clay, and drawing! I've always wondered, in the scene where Ripley cleans her face with a washcloth. Did Ripley actually dip it in the hot chocolate? I hope not! 😋
It Is a classic of both filmmaking.. and of Humankind’s most likely future history … Go Newt .. you are in the History of FILM .. for good reason …Thank You
Director Blomkamp's movie takes place after part 2 Aliens, so yeah, that wipes out part 3 and 4 entirely;) I was SUPER pissed that Hicks and Newt died in 3, now I'm happy;)
Would be cool, but she is long out of the biz, Aliens was her only film credit, plus she would really have to get into hollywood shape, a while ago. They are actually using a slightly younger more fit actress I hear, not sure on the official casting yet, but I'm looking forward to a new kick ass warrior older Rebecca...I mean Newt;)
What a blast that must have been, getting to hang around and see everything that is going on with the movie !!! I'm so jealous !!! I rutted for you through out the whole movie !!! Yes your right, GIRL POWER !!!! ROCKS !!!
It's a great film. I think the magic of what makes it so loved can't be narrowed down to one or two things. We had a great cast, with strong personalities that were very ranged. Ripley was strong, without the need to be condescending, Burt played the traitor in a bit of a surprise twist. Some comedic twists to lighten the mood before they went into hell. I wish Apone lived longer; he was a great character. Though he needed to go to make things feel like they were coming apart and have Ripley step up to a leadership role. The setting, dark look and tone and amazing musical score and script all worked together. Wish Carrie could have made it to the 30 year reunion, glad she's doing what she loves now.
"Uh-oh. Now I've done it. I've made a clean spot. Guess I'll have to do the whole thing. Hard to believe there's a little girl under there, and a pretty one too."
The second "mostly" MAKES the line! Because you get this small sense of security that you're safe (or safer) during the day...and the second "mostly" tells you that you can't really count on THAT, either, lol.
Very cool I'm watching it right now and was wondering how she age through the years I wonder if that scream she has was a factor in her getting the role
Caroline Kutcher is my little sisters 4th grade teacher here in California, I probably shouldn't say what city or what school, but my little sister is friends with Caroline's daughter
Yeah but they didnt make another one with Weaver after Resurrection like they were suggesting 8 years ago. The one that came out after Aliens - Alien 3 sucked major. I was so irritated they killed of Newt, Bean and the Android. The story should have continued from after they escaped. In general though they ruined the series after Resurrection which wasn't to bad. But all that Alien Vs Predator garbage totally nuked it. Prometheus and Covenant were Ok, but totally different vibe.
"Newt...my name's Newt. Nobody calls me Rebecca, except my brother."
It's cool that Carrie Henn shows up at these events and seems to enjoy them. After hearing so many disaster stories about former kid actors, it's nice to see one who turned out well.
Because she didn't stay inured the Hollywood environment ~
@maymakvm and lose your Soul...no thanks, they can keep their money.
maymakvm
Yeah then they get sexually abused. I’m very happy for Carrie
Plenty turn out well.
@@jeffreygao3956 ummm no.
I _mostly_ watch this at night . . . _mostly_
oubrioko lolololol
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Loling at this in 2020
Hilarious 😂
Affirmative
Just rewatched this movie after many years. It still holds up. Young Carrie's acting is superb.
She's one of the lucky ones who escaped from Hollywood.
Hollywood is just a microcosm of life. Kids who had good, very involved parents, tend to deal better with the preasure of fame and fare better in the long run, vs. those who had unstable parents like the Corey Haims of the world and ended up paying for it.
And sure, there’s a lot of child exploitation and sex abuse in the entertainment industry - but that’s really a nationwide problem. It’s even worse in the American Religion industry, where every week we’re hearing of a new Christian conservative pastor who raped and abused kids in his church. Dusty Smith covers one or more of these pervs every week on his weekly youtube/podcast.
@@truthbydesign5146 He's talking about Hollyweird and somehow you tie that in with Christians.
She got out very early. After only one movie. 😊
I'm was watching Aliens today and happened to do a search on the actors. Came across this, and I'm so glad I did. It's nice to see a child actor surviving Hollywood and have a good life. Carrie seems like such a fine person. Her students are lucky to have her. Thanks for posting this interview and thanks to Carrie for just being herself.
Newt has grown into a very genuine, level headed woman. Very down to earth. Carrie Henn's dream was always to be a teacher not a movie star, and she has achieved that , well done Carrie.
Aliens 2 is my favorite movie of all time. Carrie (Newt) rocked! Sigourney Weaver (Ripley) "She had no weapons and no training" Bill Paxton "Well put her in charge!!" I just watched Aliens 2 yesterday for the billionth time. It never gets old. Best movie ever made. And that is a big statement, Terminator 2, Original Star Wars trilogy. Aliens 2 takes the title.
She seems like a sweet gal. So much love for someone who only had ONE role at all in her entire filmography. What a great thing to do, go to these conventions and show up and giving so much respect to the fans cuz she is fanworthy.
"ALIENS EARTH INVASION" starring Carrie Henn.
Her performance in Aliens is one of the most interesting, unlikely, spectacularly awesome things in the history of cinema. If her character (Newt) hadn't worked, the entire film would've been dragged down by it. I hope they never told her that, as it'd be a TON of pressure, but somehow, Cameron and his crew got an AMAZING and endlessly re-watchable performance out of her. It takes an extra-talented director to get that performance out of a kid that age with no acting experience. Some directors have it, some don't. Way to go, Carrie. You CRUSHED it!
I still have to say this. My favorite line is when Newt calls Ripley mommy
When does that happen?
@@attentionaddicts After Ripley closes the airlock at the end
@@attentionaddicts Moments before she dies offscreen...
Loved the 2 scenes where she made simple gestures but it had major impact: when she gave the "thumb-up" and when she saluted Bill Paxton.
AHffirmative.
With her oversized soldier helmet ☺️
@@TheAlps36 Marine helmet
She will never know how much is loved. I'll always love Newt and Aliens movies.
She seems like a really nice person
She really is not at least to her students in elementary
Yeah she is a teacher but i cant tell you where
WHY DON'T YOU PUT HER IN CHARGE? (They did Hudson, they put her in charge of a classroom).
Who did Hudson and why?
A legend. Did the greatest film of all time and bowed out.
I just watched Aliens this morning and wondered what happened to the little girl. Glad to see she has led a normal life. Great movie.
Thank you, Carrie. You were one of the most respectable child actresses I ever knew about thanks to your quite brave and special creation of Newt in Aliens.
I just want to say God bless Carrie Henn and thank you so much Carrie Henn for doing a wonderful job as Newt the sole survivor of LV-426 in Aliens (1986) directed by James Cameron and Carrie Henn will be forever rememberd as both the greatest and the coolest child actress in Aliens (1986) the greatest sci-fi action and horror movie ever created and directed by James Cameron as well:).
"Aliens" was one of the best films I have ever seen and I've seen it so many times that I knew most of the lines by heart. Still love it.
The story of her audition is pretty funny.
All the "experienced" and "trained" little actresses would put on a huge smile after reading the scene.
Carrie stayed in the mood of the scene because she hadn't been trained to always smile for the director.
Carrie is a great person I love seeing her all grown up, and I loved her in the movie. It was a very special touch to watch her relationship with Sigourney in the movie. Ripley, being always so caring and concernerd for others, including her cat in the first movie, totally humane. Those are the moments I always love about these movies.
OMFG!!!! Look at her now! How fantastic. She looks brilliant. I guess Sigourney must be like a second mother to her?
Can't for Neil Blomkamp Alien so we can pretend Alien 3 and Resurrection never happen.
Her performance in Aliens at least an Oscar nod
In 1979 The alien creature was very original. When Aliens came out, I was 22 on my honeymoon. I was so pumped after the movie. To introduce the queen alien brought it to the next level. The Alien franchise will always be iconic. It will always be my favorite sci-fi franchise right along the side Avatar. I can't wait for the sequels of Avatar. I just finished watching Aliens. I think I'm going to watch Avatar for the 20th or 30th time. James, you are the man. Carrie, I have always adored you as Newt. This is the first time I have seen you all grown up. You are awesome. Good luck with your teaching career. I also work with school-age kids. It is a calling. I love what I do. I'm sure you do as well.
What an awesome thing it must be, to have a great movie experience and still live a normal life. Kudos Carrie!
she's such a sweetheart. Great interview
thanks for this! one of the best movies and newt has a major impact on the movie.
3:10 I liked the line, "She doesn't have bad dreams because she is a piece of plastic."
With a debut performance as amazing as Carrie delivered with Newt, it's hard to imagine anything better so it's lovely to see that she has made a successful career as a teacher. My wife is also a teacher so I know first hand how much commitment it takes, and how important that commitment is to the next generation. Aliens is still one of my all time favourite movies and a large part of that is because of Carrie and Newt. Thank you...both! :)
I still see the resemblance to that little girl from 30 years ago.
What a nice person she is. Huge fan of her performance and her bond with Sigourney Weaver is very real and evident ❤
Carrie, the "Newt" will always, Always ALWAYS stay in my heart......
Your character really made this movie even more special !!! And thank you for being in this movie !!!
Why is Aliens such a classic?
The script, dude. The dialogue from this movie has been quoted a million times, all over the place, because it’s just that good.
just finished watching it new years 2018
Richard Anderson Did you like it
At the end when Ripley flushed that alien queen out of the air lock and she fights her way out of and gets back to you, I'll never forget you calling her mommy!!! THAT just brought tears to My eyes !!! A very special moment !!! My heart just swelled in my chest after that !!!
Carrie Henn u are a legend. U are a adult now but just to look at your eyes in video, u know it's Newt. U had some good lines & that high pitch scream but loved it when u gave the thumbs up when Ripley asked u if u were ok ? & the salute at the table.
That crazy unique high pitched scream.
@@Adam-qv2bd Wonder if she can still do it ?🤯
@@rhettcorbett3346 - It would be awesome if she could. But, even a girls voice deepens slightly after puberty, so who knows.
@@Adam-qv2bd Wouldn't u be stoked to be a kid in her class ?
I saw Aliens at the cinema back in 1986 when i was almost 8. Funnily enough, i looked looked like Carrie and we have the same name. 😊 Well done for becoming a teacher!
Wasn't there age restriction at the time in your country?
Aliens. Was so awesome. Ripley showed total strength beyond belief.
I would love to meet Carrie one day. I would have loved to meet Bill Paxton as well, but that can never happen now, rest his soul.
Her name is Newt! Nobody calls her Carrie Henn… except her brother
Awesome interview so cool thank you for sharing and caring 😃
She had a lot of great lines and scenes ...she was one of the ones that made that movie.... all of the actors did really... this was really an ensemble piece... you don't see that much anymore in movies...seems like they always focus on one or two people's character and everyone just floats around them....you really felt for the whole group... great writing and actors!
I never watched Alien, but I wish Carrie was still an actress. She's beautiful.
A great actress, she delivered a wonderful performance as Newt. The deleted scene where Newt asks Ripley where her daughter is, is bot terribly sad and beautiful at the same time.
I have the Hardcover Aliens book. With set & behind scenes in it. And awesome interviews especially Carries.
The greatest SF movie of all times. It has a message, like an all outer manifestations of toughness are nothing in comperison to willpower and spirit integrity. Happy anding also putting Aliens apart of all sequels and prequels, it makes the story Accomplished
This woman now of course was such an awesome actress in the movie. I think the thing I liked best was her scream. To this very day, when she does that it gives me goosebumps. Fantastic!
Such a well balanced, lovely person she turned out to be.
Imagine being in movies one single time as kid and still being remembered almost 40 years later.
Just watch it right now , such a epic
Watched the movie just now. I love it. Its the best.
There *has* to be a photo of her sitting at a table surrounded by the Colonial Marines coloring, molding clay, and drawing!
I've always wondered, in the scene where Ripley cleans her face with a washcloth. Did Ripley actually dip it in the hot chocolate? I hope not! 😋
If I'm not mistaken, Carrie Henn also features on the Ozzy Osbourne album cover No Rest For The Wicked.
I just had to look that up, and i think it is her.
What a shame that Niel Blomkamp's Aliens never got to be.. what came instead was really not worth the wait :´(
It Is a classic of both filmmaking.. and of Humankind’s most likely future history … Go Newt .. you are in the History of FILM .. for good reason …Thank You
One role to be part of history of the entire world
Great interview!:) and I just heard that Newt is alive and will be in the new movie Alien 5, awesome;)
+mbtoober how can this be?At Alien 3 we see the body thrown to the crematory!!!
Director Blomkamp's movie takes place after part 2 Aliens, so yeah, that wipes out part 3 and 4 entirely;) I was SUPER pissed that Hicks and Newt died in 3, now I'm happy;)
mbtoober
Ok.Thanks!!!
Would be cool, but she is long out of the biz, Aliens was her only film credit, plus she would really have to get into hollywood shape, a while ago. They are actually using a slightly younger more fit actress I hear, not sure on the official casting yet, but I'm looking forward to a new kick ass warrior older Rebecca...I mean Newt;)
mbtoober she doesn't want to be in it, she says that if she is worried about her children
But thank you for your awesome part in aliens !!! Good luck to you my little hero ,Newt.
What a blast that must have been, getting to hang around and see everything that is going on with the movie !!! I'm so jealous !!! I rutted for you through out the whole movie !!! Yes your right, GIRL POWER !!!! ROCKS !!!
It's a great film. I think the magic of what makes it so loved can't be narrowed down to one or two things. We had a great cast, with strong personalities that were very ranged. Ripley was strong, without the need to be condescending, Burt played the traitor in a bit of a surprise twist. Some comedic twists to lighten the mood before they went into hell. I wish Apone lived longer; he was a great character. Though he needed to go to make things feel like they were coming apart and have Ripley step up to a leadership role. The setting, dark look and tone and amazing musical score and script all worked together. Wish Carrie could have made it to the 30 year reunion, glad she's doing what she loves now.
Good for Carrie. She was great in the film as was the entire cast.
She grew up to be as lovely a woman as she was as a child.
It would be cool if she would be up for doing a cameo in any new Jim Cameron movie.
Avatar?
Was lucky enough for her to be my 6th grade teacher. My dad was pretty ecstatic lol
Good job I'm also glad Carrie Henn is my teacher
She's a cutie pie.....and a grade school teacher. What a nice Lady.😘
She did such a great job in that movie
Still cute as a button
That lady is a class act. Would love to meet her one day. Such a great film!
She looks and sounds lovely. To be honest, with this close-up I was worried she'd start screaming with her iconic high-pitched voice.
Why didn't the interviewer ask her about the injustice of Alien 3!!
It was her decision not to act anymore 🤷
Didn't seek out an acting career, still an absolute legend of film
"Uh-oh. Now I've done it. I've made a clean spot. Guess I'll have to do the whole thing. Hard to believe there's a little girl under there, and a pretty one too."
she still has that subtle accent
Yeah! It's like American but then briefly shifts to British periodically. Why is that?
@@ViceroyoftheDiptera she lived in England where they filmed it
Those were amazingly wholesome
Carrie will be forever remembered as the innocent and pretty girl in Aliens
Amazing... I see Newt in her face.
The second "mostly" MAKES the line! Because you get this small sense of security that you're safe (or safer) during the day...and the second "mostly" tells you that you can't really count on THAT, either, lol.
I finally saw this movie An they relationship got me so emotional I never thght. I wanted to protect her. God bless Sigourney Weaver#AFan
Again my favorite scene 🎬 in the movie is still the part; where Newt calls Ripley. Mommy!!!
You do not have to travel to LV-426 to find "Monsters", we have enough of them here....
Idola!!!! (Cheers and a big hello from Argentina)
One and done. Way to go out on top, ma'am
All these comments are mostly terrific... mostly. 👽👽
You can tell she has that British accent still. She grew up in London. Her dad was stationed there…
So sad that Neil Blomkamp's continuation of the Newt and Hicks and Ripley timeline was never filmed.
Very cool I'm watching it right now and was wondering how she age through the years I wonder if that scream she has was a factor in her getting the role
“I bet she doesnt have bad dreams”
“She doesnt have bad dreams because shes just a piece of plastic”
MOSTLY!!!!
I congratulate you for going your own way and made a life for yourself !!! Good for you !!!
i hate fincher for killing newt in alien 3.
Caroline Kutcher is my little sisters 4th grade teacher here in California, I probably shouldn't say what city or what school, but my little sister is friends with Caroline's daughter
for the message at the end, she should have said -
"Remember, they mostly come at night, mostly."
Yeah but they didnt make another one with Weaver after Resurrection like they were suggesting 8 years ago. The one that came out after Aliens - Alien 3 sucked major. I was so irritated they killed of Newt, Bean and the Android. The story should have continued from after they escaped. In general though they ruined the series after Resurrection which wasn't to bad. But all that Alien Vs Predator garbage totally nuked it. Prometheus and Covenant were Ok, but totally different vibe.
Oh no now I’ve gone and done it. I made a clean spot here. Well I guess we’ll have to do the whole thing now.
I love you Carrie!!
They come out at night mostly
Hello Newt