Alien Romulus

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"Alien: Romulus" revives the iconic franchise with a fresh narrative, exploring new characters and themes while paying homage to its roots. Critics praise its suspenseful storytelling and innovative visuals, though some note it leans heavily on nostalgia for established fans.

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"Alien: Romulus," directed by Fede Alvarez, marks a notable addition to the iconic "Alien" franchise, introducing a fresh narrative while paying homage to its roots. Set on the barren planet of Romulus, the film showcases a new cohort of characters, including a group of young colonists who unwittingly become prey to a predatory alien presence. This installment steers away from featured protagonist Ellen Ripley, a controversial decision that has elicited mixed reactions from fans and critics alike.

The story kicks off with the colonists discovering an abandoned facility, prompting the protagonist to investigate the strange occurrences. It is here that the infamous xenomorphs make their chilling entrance, leading to gripping encounters characterized by tension and horror. The film creatively reimagines classic sequences, such as the chestburster scene, injecting innovation while staying respectful to franchise lore.

"Romulus" has garnered attention for its visual style and suspenseful pacing, with scenes described as both exhilarating and terrifying. Critics have acknowledged the film as a successful homage, noting that it captures the essence of earlier films while presenting a new threat that resonates with modern audiences. The use of Ian Holm’s character, through clever adaptations, pays tribute to the original films, stitching together continuity within the expansive universe.

While "Alien: Romulus" struggles with the weight of expectations set by its predecessors, it is lauded for its ambition to redefine the franchise landscape. The film is positioned for a theatrical release, with critics predicting strong box office performance based on early audience reactions. Overall, "Romulus" represents a bold step for the franchise, balancing nostalgia with new thrills.

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Screen Rant - 179 days ago - Alien: Romulus has plenty of sly references, clever easter eggs, and unexpected connections to the other films and games in the Alien franchise.

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Entertainment Weekly - 179 days ago - 'Alien: Romulus' director Fede Álvarez explains how his new sequel resurrected one of the key characters from the original 'Alien.'

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Vulture - 180 days ago - Fede Álvarez’s blunt and sporadically entertaining ‘Alien: Romulus’ seems engineered mostly to provide basic genre thrills and keep the IP alive so the now-Disney-owned Fox can generate more Alien movies. It’ll get the job done, but at what cost?

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Deadline - 180 days ago - 'Alien: Romulus' opened to $41.5M at the domestic box office, second best start for franchise and career best openings for Fede Alvarez and Cailee Spaeny.