Exactly. Quoting David Giler: "There were some very interesting things in the movie, but the real basic thing is if you are making a horror movie it shoud be scary. And I don't think Alien 3 is particularly scary."
That's how I feel. Alien 3 was a seriously flawed film long before it was even made. I do, however, appreciate it for what it is. There were great visual moments, character moments, and every scene is drenced in darkness and despair. Say what you want, but Alien 3 is a great movie.