Alien: Romulus

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Alien: Romulus is a 2024 science fiction horror film directed by Fede Álvarez and produced by Ridley Scott. The screenplay was written by Álvarez and Rodo Sayagues. Set in the Alien universe, the film follows a group of space colonists who stumble upon a derelict space station while searching for cryo-chambers. Their mission quickly turns into a terrifying ordeal when they discover the station is infested with deadly xenomorphs. The film harkens back to the classic horror elements of the original Alien, focusing on suspense, atmosphere, and the relentless pursuit of a deadly creature.

Rain, a fierce and resourceful member of the colony, becomes the de facto leader after the crew's decimation. She exhibits a level of courage and responsibility reminiscent of Ripley, fearlessly facing the xenomorphs and devising strategies to outsmart the Aliens. Just not as tall as Ripley; Ripley is 5'10" while Rain is 4'10", I believe.

H.R. Giger's iconic Alien design remains as captivating as ever. The biomechanical creature's grotesque appearance, with its undulating form and sharp, phallic appendages, continues to evoke a sense of dread and fascination in audiences. Giger's masterful blend of organic and mechanical elements has solidified the Alien as one of the most enduring and terrifying monsters in cinematic history.

In "Alien: Romulus," Kay's monster baby, known as "The Beast," is definitely not an H.R. Giger masterpiece. These generic beast babies, while unsettling, evoke a bit of laughter due to their more conventional design compared to the franchise's usual intricate creatures. I guess these characters are meant for amusement. It's always fascinating to be surprised by the way human genes are involved in generic homologous recombination. I suppose "The Beasts" are meant to replace the human race. Imagine a world with no more sorrows or weaknesses, but instead, a beast that is much stronger than any other predatory creature.

Overall, I liked the movie, although it was a bit cliché with the jump scares, and the development of the creatures seemed rushed, starting with the character being impregnated by a facehugger. The younger audience might not care about these aspects, but for those who were 13 years old in the late 1970s, these details matter.

One thing that fascinated me in the movie was the android’s complex behavior, which I had never seen before. Additionally, the gravity generators that were periodically activated due to the age of the mothership were also interesting.

My first experience with Alien was in 1988, watching it on analogue television. Back in junior high, I also met a friend who was a fan of the movie; he is now a comic book artist and the creator of Invader Zim. While I’m not competing with Johnen Vasquez, I have my own perspective on science fiction, though we share the same foundational inspiration from H.R. Giger and Ridley Scott.



















Timeline of Events in the Alien Franchise:


1. Alien: Earth (2025)

Year: 2092

Synopsis: The series explores the early days of Weyland-Yutani and what it is like to work for a corporation. It is the first TV show in the franchise and the first project to take place primarily on Earth. Based on its setting in the timeline, Alien: Earth could have a very minimal presence of xenomorphs.


2. Prometheus (2012)

Year: 2093

Synopsis: The spaceship Prometheus, led by Dr. Elizabeth Shaw and her team, explores the moon LV-223, seeking the origins of humanity. They discover evidence of an ancient alien race known as the Engineers and the early origins of the xenomorph species.


3. Alien: Covenant (2017)

Year: 2104
Synopsis: The colony ship Covenant encounters the android David from Prometheus on the planet Paradise. David's experiments and the presence of xenomorphs lead to a new threat. The film explores the creation of the alien species and its connection to the Engineers.


4. Alien: Romulus (2024)

Year: 2179
Synopsis: Set shortly after the events of Alien (1979), the film follows a new team of explorers who find themselves on a remote planet facing a deadly alien species. The storyline expands on the consequences of the xenomorphs' existence and their impact on the galaxy.


5. Alien (1979)

Year: 2122
Synopsis: The spaceship Nostromo, on a return trip to Earth, receives a distress signal from a remote planet, LV-426. The crew encounters a deadly alien organism that endangers their lives and forces Ellen Ripley into a fight for survival.


6. Aliens (1986)

Year: 2179
Synopsis: Ellen Ripley, now a survivor of the Nostromo incident, returns to LV-426 with a team of marines to investigate the colony that was established there. They confront a new outbreak of xenomorphs and face intense battles with the alien species.


7. Alien 3 (1992)

Year: 2179
Synopsis: Ripley crashes on the prison planet Fiorina 161, where she discovers that an alien has also survived. The film explores Ripley's struggle to protect the inmates and confront the alien menace.


8. Alien: Resurrection (1997)

Year: 2379
Synopsis: Ripley is resurrected 200 years after her death on a space station where aliens are being experimented on. Ripley grapples with her own transformation and the threat posed by the xenomorphs.



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