Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (also known as AVP:R) is a 2007 American science-fiction horror film directed by the Brothers Strause (Colin and Greg) and written by Shane Salerno. A sequel to 2004's Alien vs. Predator and the second of the two-part Alien vs. Predator prequel series to the Alien franchise, it continues the film crossover of the Alien and Predator media franchises. The film's lead roles are played by actors Steven Pasquale and Reiko Aylesworth.