While watching the first trailer Fede Alvarez’s highly anticipated film, Alien: Romulus, one feeling overcame me. Terror. After numerous “mid” Alien sequels going all the way back to David Fincher’s Alien 3, this promises a return to the roots of terror for fans of the franchise.
The trailer opens with a symphony of terrified screams echoing through empty, blood-stained cryo-tubes, setting an ominous tone from the outset. As the tension builds, we witness members of a new crew frantically fleeing from a horde of Face-Huggers, their frantic footsteps echoing against the desolate backdrop of space.
However, it’s not until the final moments that the trailer delivers the ultimate scare, as Cailee Spaeny’s character, reminiscent of the iconic Ripley, comes face to face with the dreaded Xenomorph, its menacing inner jaw poised to strike. Brace yourself and watch below:
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Director Fede Alvarez revealed to THR that Alien: Romulus is set between the events of Ridley Scott’s Alien and James Cameron’s Aliens, promising both newcomers and die-hard fans an exhilarating cinematic experience. For those unfamiliar with the franchise, Alvarez assures an enthralling journey into the mysterious world of Alien, while seasoned fans will uncover intricate connections to previous installments.
In a separate interview with Total Film, Alvarez shed light on the significance of the subtitle Romulus, drawing parallels to the Romulus and Remus myth, the foundational tale of Rome. Exploring themes of siblinghood and corporate obsession, Alien: Romulus ventures into uncharted territory, weaving a narrative intricately intertwined with the rich lore of the Alien universe.
With its August 16 debut fast approaching, Alien: Romulus promises to deliver a pulse-pounding cinematic experience that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats. Prepare to embark on a journey into the heart of darkness as the mysteries of space unravel in this thrilling new chapter of the Alien saga.
The film stars Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla), David Jonsson (Agatha Christie’s Murder is Easy), Archie Renaux (Shadow and Bone), Isabela Merced (The Last of Us), Spike Fearn (Aftersun), Aileen Wu. Fede Alvarez (Evil Dead, Don’t Breathe) directs from a screenplay he wrote with frequent collaborator Rodo Sayagues (Don’t Breathe 2) based on characters created by Dan O’Bannon and Ronald Shusett.
Alien: Romulus is produced by Ridley Scott (Napoleon), who directed the original Alien and produced and directed the series’ entries Prometheus and Alien: Covenant, Michael Pruss (Boston Strangler), and Walter Hill (Alien), with Fede Alvarez, Elizabeth Cantillon (Charlie’s Angels), Brent O’Connor (Bullet Train), and Tom Moran (Unstoppable) serving as executive producers.
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