“Alien: Romulus” is a sci-fi movie directed by Fede Álvarez starring Cailee Spaeny. With David Jonsson, Archie Renaux and Isabela Merced. It is based on the characters created by Ronald Shusett and in the movie directed by Ridley Scott in 1979.
Countless attempts have been made, yet none have managed to capture the magic of Ridley Scott’s groundbreaking 1979 masterpiece. Not even Scott himself has been able to create a sequel that measures up to his original work. In “Alien: Romulus,” director Fede Alvarez takes a bold stab at recapturing the essence of the first film, meticulously mimicking its structure, aesthetics, and eerie atmosphere. However, he falls short of adding anything substantially new to the chilling alien mythology that fans have come to revere.
Despite this, the film is undeniably entertaining and is executed with high technical and cinematic proficiency, making it a respectable addition to the storied franchise.
The Plot
During a mission, the crew of a spaceship stumbles upon the remnants of another vessel, one that harbors a dark history and the vestiges of a horrifying origin.
About the Film
“Alien: Romulus” is engaging, dynamic, and impeccably crafted, serving as a heartfelt homage to the original film. It resurrects the iconic imagery and themes of its predecessor, allowing Fede Alvarez to pay tribute to what might be considered the greatest sci-fi horror film ever made—a bold statement, indeed.
Naturally, the film is burdened by the legacy of its predecessors, making it impossible to watch without drawing comparisons. Alvarez is fully aware of this and embraces the iconic elements of the saga, proudly reintroducing the aesthetics, narrative style, and all the iconic motifs that have become synonymous with the series.
“Alien: Romulus” boasts a commendable cinematic pace, yet it falters in its script, offering nothing novel or unexpected. In this regard, it disappoints, as the film remains confined to delivering what is anticipated, failing to break new ground and reverting to familiar tropes of the saga.
Our Opinion
“Alien: Romulus” stands as a competent horror film, albeit one weighed down by the expectations that come with continuing this beloved franchise. The audience yearns for something specific, and any deviation from the established formula risks dissatisfaction.
In this respect, the director can take solace: he will not disappoint on the visual, aesthetic, technical, or rhythmic fronts. However, “Alien: Romulus” remains too constrained by nostalgia, ultimately making it just another sequel, albeit one steeped in a longing for the past.
