2012-05-02, 08:35 | Link #44 | |
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That being said, the newest trailer gave away too much. Part of the beauty of the 2nd trailer was how much was left out while still tantalizing the audience with the sheer potential of the story (and maybe the characters). Still, my enthusiasm for the picture has not abated, and I eagerly await the films release. Personally, I am not entering the film expecting a prequel to the Alien franchise. And, I expect anyone that does will end up disappointed. |
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2012-05-02, 10:32 | Link #45 | |
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It's a movie set in the same universe, prior to the events of Alien, and follows a similar plot. But it's better to think of it as a new story in the same universe, instead of "these are the events leading up to Alien". You can sort of tell already from the trailers and other promo material that the monsters aren't the same, and the ruins are similar but different as well. And honestly it's probably for the best. Rather than bringing back a franchise that really needs some rest, it's smarter to use the foundation of that story to tell a new one. I wish more movies based on franchises would employ that kind of thinking instead of trying to milk the IP until the stories become nonsensical (or forced into a reboot for the umpteenth time). Fans get some familiarity and nods to things they like, but both newcomers and fans alike get some fresh material. Seems like a win/win.
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2012-05-31, 04:16 | Link #47 |
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I have watched the movie with a friend. If you are expecting a ALIEN movie, you'll be disappointed. However, if you are looking for an expansion of the Alien universe lore, you will be in a feast. This movie explores an aspect of the Alienverse that was left in question for decades, what are Space Jockeys? And what have happened on LV-426? And believe me, Ridley Scott have made sure to respect his audience's intelligence by not spoonfeeding them the answers, and leave us the clues to connect the dots.
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2012-06-08, 22:04 | Link #52 |
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Good film. Not everyone will like it though. Stunning visuals can only go so far and although I felt the thematics of the film were shoved down my throat, I doubt anybody less familiar with film analysis will enjoy it. Especially with the sheer lack of answers to any of the questions posed within the plot. Charlize and Michael Fassbender were da amaze, really carried the film through its more 'drudgey' moments.
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2012-06-09, 15:23 | Link #57 |
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saw the movie, it was nice but not all that great,it din't live upto my expectations, but the effects were pretty good
it's not like an adventure type or discovery type ,it's a little pshycological with the whole human origins and all and there are always new creatures coming out of two different species through out the movie.... Overall din't like the movie that much, it's just a one time watch
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2012-06-10, 16:33 | Link #60 |
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Spoiler for conjecture:
Are you referring to the Space Jockies? Spoiler for spoilers:
Overall, more than the stupidity of the characters in a survival situation, I think the movies biggest failing is the *profound* and deep stuff they try to push on us. Spoiler for Think about it:
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