Prometheus, a review by Dragonfire
Prometheus
Once I started to see trailers for Prometheus, I became interested in seeing the movie. I heard that it was a prequel to Alien, and then that it wasn't really a prequel, but it takes place in the same universe. I finally watched Alien for the first time the night before I saw this one. I saw definite connections between the movies.
Two scientists, Elizabeth and Charlie, discover a cave painting. Four years later, they are part of the crew of a space ship traveling to a distant planet where they hope to find answers about the creation of man. When they reach their destination, a team goes out to explore a structure. What they discover raises more questions and puts them in incredible danger.
I saw the movie in 3D because of the start times. It was fine, but I don't think it was really necessary.
The Weyland Corporation is funding the trip, and there could be ulterior motives. The ship, the Prometheus, looks more advanced than the ship in Alien in some ways, like in the bridge. Other areas of the ship, like the dining area and air lock, look similar to the other ship. Things in the structure resemble things from the first movie. It seem clear to me that a few things are the same, creating a connection between the movies. Things get resolved by the end of the movie while also leaving a few things open for the possibility of another movie. There is violence in some scenes, and some disturbing things as well. The movie wasn't as violent as I had thought it would be before seeing it though. There is some tension to certain scenes and horror elements without it being a full on horror movie. I think it works well and is a very good, entertaining movie, though some people may not think there are enough connections to Alien. The effects are very well done, and give the movie an amazing look.
The characters are interesting, though some aren't developed that much. Meredith is a representative of Weyland, along to make sure things go according to plan. She is a bit cold and detached, and she tends to sort of lurk around. Charlize Theron is good in the part. Elizabeth is a strong, determined woman. In some ways, she does remind me of Ripley, though the two aren't the same character. There are some definite differences. I think Elizabeth makes a good main character.
This is a very well done movie that is very entertaining. I'm glad I decided to see it, and that I watched Alien before it. The movie is definitely worth seeing.
I did post a longer review at Epinions.
Prometheus(From Prometheus on June 11th, 2012)
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