Key Takeaways:
– The movie ‘Alien: Romulus' directed by Fede Álvarez, is set to hit theatres on August 16.
– The filmmaker closely followed the aesthetics of Ridley Scott's original ‘Alien' and James Cameron's ‘Alien' sequel.
– The new film isn't directly connected to the previous ‘Alien' franchise but aligns with its continuity.
– The cast includes Cailee Spaeny, Isabela Merced, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu.
– ‘Alien: Romulus' bears an R rating due to violent and graphic content.
The Excitement is Palpable for ‘Alien: Romulus'
In a few days, the silver screen will host a new addition to the Alien franchise, ‘Alien: Romulus'. The brainchild of Fede Álvarez, the movie is set to premiere on August 16. It's talk of the town, and fans are feverishly waiting to see what Álvarez will bring to this beloved franchise.
Sticking to Roots: All about Aesthetics
In an interview with SFX magazine, Álvarez expressed his loyalty to the original look of the ‘Alien' movies, notably Ridley Scott's pioneer ‘Alien' and James Cameron's sequel, ‘Aliens'. He went as far as comparing his film shots with scans of a 35mm print from the primary film to ensure the right ambient lighting. The mission was to visually capture the same universe, and that, as per Álvarez, was about half the work.
The director revealed that he, together with production designer Naaman Marshall, toiled hard to ensure the movie sets for ‘Alien: Romulus' mirror those in ‘Alien' and ‘Aliens'. They explored unused concept art from those films, seeking inspiration and incorporating some into the present project.
Behind the Scenes: The Story's Genesis
Interestingly, this project was born when Álvarez shared his ideas with Ridley Scott a few years ago. Late in 2021, Scott called up Álvarez, initiating the making of another ‘Alien' flick. Steve Asbell, the division president for 20th Century Studios, confessed to The Hollywood Reporter that Álvarez's storytelling skills won him the deal.
Understanding the Storyline: ‘Alien: Romulus'
‘Alien: Romulus' is an intriguing tale. Though it's not directly linked to the other installments in the ‘Alien' franchise, it doesn't ignore them. Álvarez made it clear that his storyline falls within the franchise's continuity. Essentially, it fills in the gaps between the events of ‘Alien' and ‘Aliens'.
Now, what's the film about? The official logline tells us that it's a sci-fi/horror-thriller that takes us back to the deep recesses of a derelict space station. Here, a group of fledgling space colonizers encounter the most terrifying life form in the universe.
Who's Who in ‘Alien: Romulus'
The film's cast boasts a roster of talented actors. It stars Cailee Spaeny as Priscilla, Isabela Merced as Madame Web, David Jonsson from ‘Industry', Archie Renaux from ‘Shadow and Bone', Spike Fearn from ‘The Batman', and Aileen Wu of ‘Away from Home'. Isabela Merced warned that one scene in the movie is so graphic, viewers may find it difficult to watch.
Age Rating for ‘Alien: Romulus'
‘Alien: Romulus' received an R rating due to the bloody violent content and language, aligning with expectation given Álvarez's past works like ‘Evil Dead 2013' and ‘Don't Breathe'.
Wrapping Up
So, are you ready to dive into the thrilling world of ‘Alien: Romulus'? Have you marked your calendar for August 16? The excitement is high, and we're eager to witness how well Fede Álvarez managed to replicate the classic aesthetics of ‘Alien' and ‘Aliens'. Leave us your thoughts in the comments section below. Let the countdown to the premiere begin!
