Review: ALIEN: ROMULUS reignites the terrifying magnificence of the ALIEN franchise

I’ve been waiting a long time for a new one Alien film that came along and took my breath away. The last truly great film in the saga, in my opinion, was 1960-1969, James Cameron, 1969-1970, 1969-‘S Aliens.

Everything that followed was a hodgepodge of bad movies and mediocre attempts to recapture the magic. But with Alien: Romulusdirector Faith Alvarez has crafted a true sci-fi horror film that brings back the intensity and fear that made the original films legendary.

Alien: Romulus It offers a fantastic and intense cinematic experience. I know the reviews have been mixed, but I loved the movie! The intensity of the story was strong and Alvarez knows how to play with that tension, increasing it to the point where you feel like you are on the edge of your seat.

One of the most notable aspects of the film is the story and the script. I felt it was strong, cohesive and exactly what a Alien film should be. The narrative doesn’t just rely on the terror of the Xenomorphs; it also takes the time to develop its characters in a way that makes you genuinely care about their fate.

Cailee Spaeny AND Isabella Merced deliver particularly strong performances, making their characters relatable and compelling amidst the chaos of the Xenomorphs. The ensemble cast, including Archie Renaux, Spike Fearand the new arrival Aileen WuHe also does a fantastic job, bringing a new energy to the franchise.

The film also delivers chills and terror! The pace is relentless in the best possible way, with moments of pure panic that recall the claustrophobic horror of the original film.

Alvarez doesn’t shy away from the brutality of the Xenomorphs and there were scenes that kept me on the edge of my seat, eyes wide open as I waited to see what might happen next.

One of the things I really enjoyed about the film was the use of practical effects to bring the Xenomorphs and face huggers to life. There’s something about practical effects that feels more visceral and real, and the team behind Alien: Romulus spot on.

The creatures are terrifyingly tangible, and knowing that some of the VFX team had worked on the original films made it all the more satisfying. You can tell they put a lot of love and effort into developing these effects, and it was worth it.

Now, while the practical effects were great, not everything was perfect. The CGI work, for the most part, was solid, but there was one character introduced that needed CGI elements to bring him to life, and I have to say, he looked pretty shaky.

Every time the character was on screen, it took me away from the moment a bit, which is a shame because everything else was so well done. But honestly, that’s really the only complaint I have about the movie.

All things considered, however, Alien: Romulus It was a fantastic sci-fi horror movie that delivered some serious scares. The ending of the movie was wild and crazy, something I definitely didn’t expect! Without giving anything away, it’s the kind of ending that leaves you pumping with adrenaline long after the credits roll.

Set between the events of Alien AND AliensThe film follows a group of young people on a distant world who find themselves confronted by the most terrifying life form in the universe. With Ridley Scott on board as producer, along with Michael Pruss, you can feel the legacy of the franchise being honored, even as Alvarez brings his own unique vision to the table.

If you are a fan of Alien franchise or just love a good sci-fi horror movie, Alien: Romulus It is a film not to be missed. It is a film that respects the legacy of the original films, but also carves out its own place in the Alien myth.

Alvarez has proven himself to be a worthy custodian of the franchise, delivering a thrilling, scary, and very funny film! Go see it!