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Alien: Romulus (2024) is the latest installment in the iconic Alien franchise, directed by Fede Álvarez. Serving as a prequel set between the original 1979 film and its 1986 sequel, Aliens, it introduces a new generation to the terrifying universe of xenomorphs.(en.wikipedia.org)
🧬 Plot Overview
The story follows Rain Carradine (Cailee Spaeny), an orphaned space colonist, and her droid brother Andy (David Jonsson), as they join a group of young colonists on a mission to scavenge a derelict space station. Their goal is to find equipment that will enable them to escape their deteriorating planet. However, they inadvertently awaken a deadly xenomorph that has been dormant for 20 years, leading to a fight for survival against the terrifying creature .(decider.com)
🎬 Cast & Crew
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Director: Fede Álvarez
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Writers: Fede Álvarez, Rodo Sayagues
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Producers: Ridley Scott, Michael Pruss, Walter Hill
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Starring:
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Cailee Spaeny as Rain Carradine
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David Jonsson as Andy
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Archie Madekwe as Tyler
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Isabela Merced as Kay
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Spike Fearn as Bjorn
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Aileen Wu as Navarro(en.wikipedia.org, reddit.com)
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The film features a score by Benjamin Wallfisch, incorporating themes from previous Alien films .(en.wikipedia.org)
📅 Release & Reception
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Theatrical Release: August 16, 2024
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Streaming: Available on Hulu
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Runtime: 119 minutes
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Budget: $80 million
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Box Office Gross: $350.9 million worldwide (reddit.com, walmart.com, en.wikipedia.org)
🧪 Critical & Audience Response
Alien: Romulus has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences:
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Rotten Tomatoes:
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Critics Score: 81%
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Audience Score: 87% (reddit.com, screenrant.com)
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Metacritic:
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Critic Score: 64/100
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User Score: 6.5/10
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Critics have praised the film for its return to the franchise's horror roots, with standout performances and intense sequences. Some noted that while the film honors its predecessors, it may lack some originality .(reddit.com)
🔮 Future of the Franchise
Following its success, a sequel to Alien: Romulus is currently in development, with director Fede Álvarez returning to helm the next chapter in the saga .(en.wikipedia.org)
If you're interested in exploring more about the Alien universe, the original 1979 film and its 1986 sequel, Aliens, are also available for streaming on Hulu.(en.wikipedia.org)
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