Ridley Scott's Alien set a new standard in horror by bringing the genre to outer space. Scott never made another horror movie after Alien, opting for more sci-fi or historical genres. Despite his success, Scott's lack of horror films should be considered a missed opportunity.
Alien (1979) is undoubtedly one of the most iconic horror movies of all time, but it also highlights the biggest waste of Ridley Scott's career. The entire Alien franchise is packed full of chilling moments, and to this day, Alien's on-screen deaths are some of the best-known scenes in horror history. Scott clearly has an inherent understanding of what makes a successful horror movie. He achieved all of this in only his second feature film, and it immediately propelled him to mainstream success while also redefining the genre.
During an era where most slasher films were set in high schools and sorority houses, Ridley...
Alien (1979) is undoubtedly one of the most iconic horror movies of all time, but it also highlights the biggest waste of Ridley Scott's career. The entire Alien franchise is packed full of chilling moments, and to this day, Alien's on-screen deaths are some of the best-known scenes in horror history. Scott clearly has an inherent understanding of what makes a successful horror movie. He achieved all of this in only his second feature film, and it immediately propelled him to mainstream success while also redefining the genre.
During an era where most slasher films were set in high schools and sorority houses, Ridley...
- 3/28/2024
- by Lola Estok
- ScreenRant.com
Oppenheimer duo Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas, and Netflix co-ceo Ted Sarandos all received awards in a surprise UK honours list published on Thursday (March 28) on the eve of the Easter break.
London-born British-American director Nolan was made a knight bachelor for his services to film, meaning he now carries the title ‘sir’, while his partner and long-time producer Emma Thomas received a damehood.
The duo recently collected the best picture Oscar for Oppenheimer at the 96th Academy Awards (alongside fellow producer Charles Roven), while Nolan was named best director on a night that saw the film win seven awards.
London-born British-American director Nolan was made a knight bachelor for his services to film, meaning he now carries the title ‘sir’, while his partner and long-time producer Emma Thomas received a damehood.
The duo recently collected the best picture Oscar for Oppenheimer at the 96th Academy Awards (alongside fellow producer Charles Roven), while Nolan was named best director on a night that saw the film win seven awards.
- 3/28/2024
- ScreenDaily
Steven Spielberg can’t stop thinking about Timothée Chalamet atop a sandworm in Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two.”
The director praised Villeneuve during an installment of the DGA’s “Director’s Cut” podcast, where Spielberg welcomed Villeneuve to the club of filmmakers who are the “builders of worlds” onscreen.
“It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you. Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are,” Spielberg said. “Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen, I include in that list. [Frederico] Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Guillermo del Toro. The list goes on but it’s not that long of a list, and I deeply, fervently believe that...
The director praised Villeneuve during an installment of the DGA’s “Director’s Cut” podcast, where Spielberg welcomed Villeneuve to the club of filmmakers who are the “builders of worlds” onscreen.
“It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you. Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are,” Spielberg said. “Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen, I include in that list. [Frederico] Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Guillermo del Toro. The list goes on but it’s not that long of a list, and I deeply, fervently believe that...
- 3/28/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker was one of the most divisive films of all time. While everyone was unanimous in their praise of the actor, the reception to the story was less than enthusiastic. Accolades poured in from all quarters for Phoenix, but so did the criticism for Todd Phillips, the director.
Even though five years have passed since the film came out, it is still talked about to this day. The film made an effort to take a different, sort of raw approach to dealing with the issues that were highlighted. Unfortunately, it was not for everyone, including renowned filmmaker Ridley Scott.
Ridley Scott did not like certain aspects of Phoenix’s film (Source: Joker)
Why didn’t Ridley Scott like Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker?
The Dceu had a turbulent few years trying to compete with Marvel. When the studio wanted to experiment with something different, the idea for Joker,...
Even though five years have passed since the film came out, it is still talked about to this day. The film made an effort to take a different, sort of raw approach to dealing with the issues that were highlighted. Unfortunately, it was not for everyone, including renowned filmmaker Ridley Scott.
Ridley Scott did not like certain aspects of Phoenix’s film (Source: Joker)
Why didn’t Ridley Scott like Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker?
The Dceu had a turbulent few years trying to compete with Marvel. When the studio wanted to experiment with something different, the idea for Joker,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Hans Zimmer is one of the best and most legendary music composers working in the film industry. Since the 1980s, the German composer has created music for over 150 projects. He has a wide range of films he's worked on, as he wrote music for sci-fi masterpieces, action films, and even animated movies by DreamWorks. He has also done a lot of collaborations with well-known directors like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve.
On top of the many films in his career, Zimmer has received multiple awards, including two Oscar wins for his work on The Lion King and Dune. Zimmer's contribution to film music continues today, as the recent releases of franchise films Dune: Part Two and Kung Fu Panda 4 have shown that he still has the skills to conduct. Zimmer has an accomplished career, and films like Inception, Interstellar, and several others have sensational music scores, courtesy of him.
On top of the many films in his career, Zimmer has received multiple awards, including two Oscar wins for his work on The Lion King and Dune. Zimmer's contribution to film music continues today, as the recent releases of franchise films Dune: Part Two and Kung Fu Panda 4 have shown that he still has the skills to conduct. Zimmer has an accomplished career, and films like Inception, Interstellar, and several others have sensational music scores, courtesy of him.
- 3/28/2024
- by Alexander Vance
- Comic Book Resources
While Russell Crowe has made it abundantly clear that he’s not in the upcoming Gladiator 2 that Ridley Scott is directing, Crowe is still particularly proud of an overlooked movie that he did with Scott after their Academy Award-winning film. While on social media, Crowe responded to a fan with the handle @DorothyOstra when she posted, “On @PrimeVideo, you can already watch 26 films with @RussellCrowe. And that’s truly impressive home cinema! And then someone wonders why I’ve seen some movies 13 or 16 times, … because I have the best within arm’s reach.”
Crowe would see the post and reply with an opportunity to promote the director’s cut of Robin Hood, which he made with Scott. The Oscar-winning actor replied, “One heart at a time @PrimeVideo, 26 movies ??!! What I really like: The directors cut of Robin Hood. It’s some 17 minutes longer than the theatrical release, but it’s a crucial 17 minutes.
Crowe would see the post and reply with an opportunity to promote the director’s cut of Robin Hood, which he made with Scott. The Oscar-winning actor replied, “One heart at a time @PrimeVideo, 26 movies ??!! What I really like: The directors cut of Robin Hood. It’s some 17 minutes longer than the theatrical release, but it’s a crucial 17 minutes.
- 3/28/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
While Ridley Scott's historical epic Napoleon stormed its way into theaters in 2023, it was far from Scott's first take on a powerful figure's life story. A historical epic is nothing new for Scott, with movies such as Exodus: Gods and Kings and Kingdom of Heaven already under his belt, but did you know that there was once a time when Ridley Scott was hired to direct a very different kind of biopic? That's right, during its initial development hell, producer Leonardo DiCaprio hired Scott to direct what later became Martin Scorsese's The Wolf of Wall Street.
- 3/28/2024
- by Aled Owen
- Collider.com
It's not cheap to make a big ass monster movie, but it sounds like Warner Bros. and Legendary did a damn fine job of being fiscally responsible with "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire." The latest entry in the MonsterVerse franchise has a reported net (emphasis on net) budget of just $135 million. Using the word "just" sounds a little silly when talking about that much money, but considering that blockbuster budgets are so often closer to $200 million these days — if not more — this is a welcome bit of news. It also shouldn't be shocking, honestly. This should be closer to the rule, rather than the exception to it.
According to a recent report from Deadline, director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" has a budget of $135 million (before marketing) that was 75% covered by Legendary and 25% covered by Warner Bros. The net part is important because it probably means the figure...
According to a recent report from Deadline, director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" has a budget of $135 million (before marketing) that was 75% covered by Legendary and 25% covered by Warner Bros. The net part is important because it probably means the figure...
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
If the $579 million at the box office and 93% Rotten Tomatoes score weren’t enough, Quebecois director Denis Villeneuve got one of the greatest boosts one can receive in his field. None other than Steven Spielberg, who knows a thing or two about science fiction, interviewed the “Dune: Part Two” director for the DGA’s “Director’s Cut” podcast, and told him “you have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I’ve ever seen.”
The creator of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” and “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” continued by extolling Villeneuve’s “world-building” prowess, by placing him on a Mount Olympus with several other greats. “Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen, I include in that list. Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Guillermo del Toro. The list goes on but it...
The creator of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” and “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” continued by extolling Villeneuve’s “world-building” prowess, by placing him on a Mount Olympus with several other greats. “Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen, I include in that list. Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Guillermo del Toro. The list goes on but it...
- 3/28/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
Gladiator 2 will explore Ancient Roman life through new characters, moving away from Maximus. The sequel will likely feature Caracalla as the main villain, adding historical accuracy. Despite historical inaccuracies, Gladiator 2 can provide a more accurate portrayal of Caracalla's reign.
Gladiator 2's confirmed cast list suggests that the movie will be in the perfect position to fix a major issue with Ridley Scott's original sword and sandal epic. Picking up after the events of the first movie, Gladiator 2 promises to blend returning characters with new cast members, moving the story away from Russell Crowe's original iconic general. While this is a risk, considering Maximus' legendary status, it also means that the movie can explore more of Ancient Roman life – in the process fixing one of Gladiator's biggest flaws.
The exact details of Gladiator 2's story remain closely guarded. However, thanks to some crucial cast announcements,...
Gladiator 2's confirmed cast list suggests that the movie will be in the perfect position to fix a major issue with Ridley Scott's original sword and sandal epic. Picking up after the events of the first movie, Gladiator 2 promises to blend returning characters with new cast members, moving the story away from Russell Crowe's original iconic general. While this is a risk, considering Maximus' legendary status, it also means that the movie can explore more of Ancient Roman life – in the process fixing one of Gladiator's biggest flaws.
The exact details of Gladiator 2's story remain closely guarded. However, thanks to some crucial cast announcements,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Tommy Lethbridge
- ScreenRant.com
The Alien series is one of the most famous sci-fi horror franchises in Hollywood’s history. It hasn’t always been that way, though. Upon the release of the first film in 1979, directed by Ridley Scott, the film received mixed reviews from both critics and general audiences. Despite this, the film’s basic pitch of being “Jaws in space” was strong enough to keep generating interest, eventually driving it to become a solid box office success. On a budget of just over $10 million, Alien grossed over $184 million, making it one of the highest-grossing films of that year.
Alien: Covenant R Release DateMay 9, 2017DirectorRidley ScottCastMichael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride, Demin Bichir, Carmen EjogoRuntime123Main Genre Sci-Fi
In the 45 years since, Alien has continued to grow into a full-fledged franchise. Its first sequel, 1986’s Aliens, was directed by James Cameron, and it was followed by Alien 3 in 1992 and Alien Resurrection in 1997. Then,...
Alien: Covenant R Release DateMay 9, 2017DirectorRidley ScottCastMichael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride, Demin Bichir, Carmen EjogoRuntime123Main Genre Sci-Fi
In the 45 years since, Alien has continued to grow into a full-fledged franchise. Its first sequel, 1986’s Aliens, was directed by James Cameron, and it was followed by Alien 3 in 1992 and Alien Resurrection in 1997. Then,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Kyle Kruske
- MovieWeb
Steven Spielberg has heaped praise on the "brilliant" 'Dune: Part Two'.The legendary director – who has helmed classics including 'E.T. The Extra Terrestrial' – has described Denis Villeneuve's epic as one of the best sci-fi movies that he has ever seen.During an appearance on DGA's 'Director's Cut' podcast alongside Villeneuve, Spielberg said: "It's an honour for me to sit here and talk to you."This is truly a visual epic, and it’s also filled with deeply, deeply drawn characters."Yet the dialogue is very sparse when you look at it proportionately to the running time of the film. It’s such cinema. The shots are so painterly, yet there’s not an angle or single setup that’s pretentious … you have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I have ever seen."Spielberg reserved acclaim for the special effects in the desert-set flick,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Alex Getting
- Bang Showbiz
"Dune: Part Two" has officially become a commercial success, passing huge box office milestones and creeping towards the $600 million mark worldwide. Director Denis Villeneuve has thus proven wrong those who said Frank Herbert's celebrated "Dune" novel was "unfilmable," especially when you consider the critical response in conjunction with those box office numbers. "Dune: Part Two" might be a bleak blockbuster, but it's so far managed a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a similarly impressive 95% audience score.
It's safe to say, then, that Villeneuve's epic sci-fi sequel is not only a critical and commercial success but perhaps even a box office savior. Back in February, prior to the film's March debut, /Film's Ryan Scott noted that movie ticket sales were down 15% compared to the same point in 2023, and there's not a movie fan out there who isn't aware of the industry's post-pandemic struggles. As such, "Dune: Part Two" represents a real cinematic triumph,...
It's safe to say, then, that Villeneuve's epic sci-fi sequel is not only a critical and commercial success but perhaps even a box office savior. Back in February, prior to the film's March debut, /Film's Ryan Scott noted that movie ticket sales were down 15% compared to the same point in 2023, and there's not a movie fan out there who isn't aware of the industry's post-pandemic struggles. As such, "Dune: Part Two" represents a real cinematic triumph,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
“You have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I’ve ever seen,” Steven Spielberg says to Denis Villeneuve. It’s fair to say he quite liked Dune: Part Two.
Steven Spielberg really liked Dune: Part Two. So much so that, in a podcast for the Directors Guild of America – simply called Director’s Cut – Spielberg said to its maker, Denis Villeneuve, “It’s an honour for me to sit here and talk to you.”
Spielberg – no slouch when it comes to making sci-fi films himself – then said, “You have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I have ever seen.”
Comparing Villeneuve favourably to other filmmakers who are “builders of worlds,” including Ray Harryhausen, Stanley Kubrick and Ridley Scott, to name a few, Spielberg then went on to talk about Dune: Part Two’s sandworm taming sequence.
“This is a desert-loving story, but for such...
Steven Spielberg really liked Dune: Part Two. So much so that, in a podcast for the Directors Guild of America – simply called Director’s Cut – Spielberg said to its maker, Denis Villeneuve, “It’s an honour for me to sit here and talk to you.”
Spielberg – no slouch when it comes to making sci-fi films himself – then said, “You have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I have ever seen.”
Comparing Villeneuve favourably to other filmmakers who are “builders of worlds,” including Ray Harryhausen, Stanley Kubrick and Ridley Scott, to name a few, Spielberg then went on to talk about Dune: Part Two’s sandworm taming sequence.
“This is a desert-loving story, but for such...
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Award-winning director Steven Spielberg has praised the newly released Dune: Part Two.
Speaking with Dune: Part Two's director Denis Villeneueve on the DGA's Director's Cut podcast, Spielberg commented on the second chapter in this adaptation of Frank Herbert's series. "You have made one of the most brilliant science-fiction films I’ve ever seen," Spielberg noted. The director has notably directed some of the most iconic sci-fi films of all time, from E.T.: Extra Terrestrial to Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
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Spielberg went on to laud Villeneueve's work even more. "It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you,” Spielberg said. “Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds.
Speaking with Dune: Part Two's director Denis Villeneueve on the DGA's Director's Cut podcast, Spielberg commented on the second chapter in this adaptation of Frank Herbert's series. "You have made one of the most brilliant science-fiction films I’ve ever seen," Spielberg noted. The director has notably directed some of the most iconic sci-fi films of all time, from E.T.: Extra Terrestrial to Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
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Spielberg went on to laud Villeneueve's work even more. "It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you,” Spielberg said. “Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds.
- 3/27/2024
- by Josh Bate
- Comic Book Resources
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two debuted in theaters earlier this month, receiving praise from critics and movie-goers alike. Now, joining the ranks of its fans, is none other than Steven Spielberg, who called the movie “one of the most brilliant science-fiction films [he’s] ever seen.”
The comments came in a conversation between Spielberg and Villeneuve at the DGA theater in Los Angeles, which has since been published as an episode of The Directors Guild of America’s podcast, The Director’s Cut. Speaking about the sequel — which follows-up 2021’s Dune — Spileberg commended Villeneuve’s eye for world-building.
“It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you,” Spielberg began. “There are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are. Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas.” Spielberg then went on to list a number of directors,...
The comments came in a conversation between Spielberg and Villeneuve at the DGA theater in Los Angeles, which has since been published as an episode of The Directors Guild of America’s podcast, The Director’s Cut. Speaking about the sequel — which follows-up 2021’s Dune — Spileberg commended Villeneuve’s eye for world-building.
“It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you,” Spielberg began. “There are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are. Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas.” Spielberg then went on to list a number of directors,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Film News
Being appreciated by your hero or someone who inspired you is something everyone looks up to but unfortunately, not everyone is lucky enough to have that honor. This is true even for most A-listers in the industry.
Denis Villeneuve | Source: Wikimedia Commons
However, Denis Villeneuve recently became a member of an elite club as he was praised by one of the greatest filmmakers the world has ever seen and his own personal hero, Steven Spielberg.
Steven Spielberg praises Denis Villeneuve after the massive success of Dune 2
Denis Villeneuve is one of the most established filmmakers in the industry at the moment. The Canadian filmmaker has been making a lot of headlines recently after he released the movie Dune: Part Two which was a massive critical and commercial success at the box office.
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Denis Villeneuve | Source: Wikimedia Commons
However, Denis Villeneuve recently became a member of an elite club as he was praised by one of the greatest filmmakers the world has ever seen and his own personal hero, Steven Spielberg.
Steven Spielberg praises Denis Villeneuve after the massive success of Dune 2
Denis Villeneuve is one of the most established filmmakers in the industry at the moment. The Canadian filmmaker has been making a lot of headlines recently after he released the movie Dune: Part Two which was a massive critical and commercial success at the box office.
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- 3/27/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two is getting Steven Spielberg’s seal of approval. The Oscar-winning director is praising not only the film, but the Canadian filmmakers vision and creativity.
Speaking to Villeneuve for DGA’s The Director’s Cut podcast, Spielberg started by putting him in a list of directors he calls “builders of worlds.”
“Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are,” Spielberg said. “Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen I include in that list. Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Guillermo del Toro. The list goes on but it’s not that long of a list, and I deeply, fervently believe that you are one of its newest members.
Speaking to Villeneuve for DGA’s The Director’s Cut podcast, Spielberg started by putting him in a list of directors he calls “builders of worlds.”
“Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are,” Spielberg said. “Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen I include in that list. Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Guillermo del Toro. The list goes on but it’s not that long of a list, and I deeply, fervently believe that you are one of its newest members.
- 3/27/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Steven Spielberg has weighed in on Dune: Part Two, and the iconic filmmaker had some strong praise for director Denis Villeneuve’s sequel — and for one scene in particular.
The duo appeared together on DGA’s Director’s Cut podcast, where the filmmaker behind sci-fi classics Close Encounters of the Third Kind and E.T. The Extra Terrestrial heaped praise on the Dune and Arrival director.
“This is truly a visual epic, and it’s also filled with deeply, deeply drawn characters,” Spielberg said. “Yet the dialogue is very sparse when you look at it proportionately to the running time of the film. It’s such cinema. The shots are so painterly, yet there’s not an angle or single setup that’s pretentious … you have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I have ever seen.”
Spielberg also got detailed in his praise for the blockbuster film. “There...
The duo appeared together on DGA’s Director’s Cut podcast, where the filmmaker behind sci-fi classics Close Encounters of the Third Kind and E.T. The Extra Terrestrial heaped praise on the Dune and Arrival director.
“This is truly a visual epic, and it’s also filled with deeply, deeply drawn characters,” Spielberg said. “Yet the dialogue is very sparse when you look at it proportionately to the running time of the film. It’s such cinema. The shots are so painterly, yet there’s not an angle or single setup that’s pretentious … you have made one of the most brilliant science fiction films I have ever seen.”
Spielberg also got detailed in his praise for the blockbuster film. “There...
- 3/27/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Steven Spielberg praises Dune 2 as one of the best sci-fi films ever, highlighting a scene with sandworms. Villeneuve compared to Kubrick and Cameron, adding to his reputation as a world-building director. Dune 2's Oscar chances no doubt boosted by Spielberg's endorsement.
Filmmaking icon Steven Spielberg has heaped praise on director Denis Villeneuve’s critically acclaimed sci-fi epic Dune 2, calling it “one of the most brilliant science fiction films” he has ever seen. The directors appeared together on a recent episode of The Director's Cut - A DGA Podcast, with Spielberg gushing over the Dune sequel and a particular scene involving the giant sandworms that inhabit the desert planet Arrakis.
“It’s one of the most brilliant science fiction films I’ve ever seen […] That scene surfing the sandworm is one of the greatest things I have ever seen. Ever […] The casting is absolutely remarkable […] This has...
Filmmaking icon Steven Spielberg has heaped praise on director Denis Villeneuve’s critically acclaimed sci-fi epic Dune 2, calling it “one of the most brilliant science fiction films” he has ever seen. The directors appeared together on a recent episode of The Director's Cut - A DGA Podcast, with Spielberg gushing over the Dune sequel and a particular scene involving the giant sandworms that inhabit the desert planet Arrakis.
“It’s one of the most brilliant science fiction films I’ve ever seen […] That scene surfing the sandworm is one of the greatest things I have ever seen. Ever […] The casting is absolutely remarkable […] This has...
- 3/27/2024
- by Jonathan Fuge
- MovieWeb
Denis Villeneueve reveals that he attempted to make even the more fantastical elements of the story feel plausible in Dune: Part Two. The director clarifies that Paul doesn't have "magic power", he is just very sensitive to spice. Villeneuve has proven himself adept at making dense science fiction feel grounded and real through stunning visuals and a focus on character.
Dune: Part Two director Denis Villeneuve addresses his more pragmatic approach to Frank Herbert's source material. Released earlier this month, Villeneuve's sequel picks up after the end of 2021's Dune, following Timothée Chalamet's Paul Atreides as he grapples with a prophecy that paints him as a messiah figure for the Fremen. The film has been widely hailed as a major success, with critics and audiences alike responding to the way in which Villeneuve has used his eye for science-fiction to bring the world of Herbert's 1965 novel to life.
Dune: Part Two director Denis Villeneuve addresses his more pragmatic approach to Frank Herbert's source material. Released earlier this month, Villeneuve's sequel picks up after the end of 2021's Dune, following Timothée Chalamet's Paul Atreides as he grapples with a prophecy that paints him as a messiah figure for the Fremen. The film has been widely hailed as a major success, with critics and audiences alike responding to the way in which Villeneuve has used his eye for science-fiction to bring the world of Herbert's 1965 novel to life.
- 3/27/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
Steven Spielberg had nothing but praise for “Dune: Part Two” while interviewing Denis Villeneuve on the latest episode of the DGA’s “Director’s Cut” podcast. The Oscar winner told Villeneuve that “you have made one of the most brilliant science-fiction films I’ve ever seen,” which is high praise coming from the mastermind behind “E.T: Extra Terrestrial” and “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” And that wasn’t the only praise Spielberg bestowed upon the “Dune” director.
“It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you,” Spielberg said. “Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are. Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen I include in that list. Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson,...
“It’s an honor for me to sit here and talk to you,” Spielberg said. “Let me start by saying there are filmmakers who are the builders of worlds. It’s not a long list and we know who a lot of them are. Starting with [Georges] Méliès and Disney and Kubrick, George Lucas. Ray Harryhausen I include in that list. Fellini built his own worlds. Tim Burton. Obviously Wes Anderson, Peter Jackson,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Russell Crowe celebrates 26 of his movies being available to stream on Prime Video. Crowe singles out the director's cut of 2010's Robin Hood, revealing that the extra footage is "crucial" to the story. Robin Hood was a disappointment critically and commercially, but it still has elements worth appreciating.
Russell Crowe shouts out the director's cut of Robin Hood on Prime Video, one of his 26 available films on the platform. Released in 2010, Robin Hood marks the fifth collaboration between Crowe and director Ridley Scott since the release of 2000's Gladiator. The film presents a darker and more gritty take on the iconic figure, chronicling his fight against corruption and the crown, but it wasn't a major hit upon its release.
In a recent post on X, formerly Twitter, Crowe celebrates the availability of 26 of his movies on Prime Video, among which is Robin Hood. Check out his post below:
One heart...
Russell Crowe shouts out the director's cut of Robin Hood on Prime Video, one of his 26 available films on the platform. Released in 2010, Robin Hood marks the fifth collaboration between Crowe and director Ridley Scott since the release of 2000's Gladiator. The film presents a darker and more gritty take on the iconic figure, chronicling his fight against corruption and the crown, but it wasn't a major hit upon its release.
In a recent post on X, formerly Twitter, Crowe celebrates the availability of 26 of his movies on Prime Video, among which is Robin Hood. Check out his post below:
One heart...
- 3/27/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
The first trailer for Alien: Romulus paints Cailee Spaeny's Rain as a protagonist not unlike Sigourney Weaver's Ripley. Spaeny says she "could never be" Weaver, but she tried to make her character as compelling as possible. If Alien: Romulus is a hit, it could pave the way for Rain to become a character that persists across multiple installments.
Alien: Romulus star Cailee Spaeny addresses the comparisons between her new character and Sigourney Weaver's Ripley after the film's trailer dropped. Directed by Fede Álvarez, the latest installment in the long-running Alien franchise serves as a soft reboot of sorts, following a young crew as they encounter a deadly xenomorph. As teased in the latest trailer, the upcoming film features a number of elements that are reminiscent of Ridley Scott's 1979 franchise-starter, the film responsible for first introducing Weaver's Ripley.
Following the release of the first Alien: Romulus trailer, which gives Spaeny's new protagonist,...
Alien: Romulus star Cailee Spaeny addresses the comparisons between her new character and Sigourney Weaver's Ripley after the film's trailer dropped. Directed by Fede Álvarez, the latest installment in the long-running Alien franchise serves as a soft reboot of sorts, following a young crew as they encounter a deadly xenomorph. As teased in the latest trailer, the upcoming film features a number of elements that are reminiscent of Ridley Scott's 1979 franchise-starter, the film responsible for first introducing Weaver's Ripley.
Following the release of the first Alien: Romulus trailer, which gives Spaeny's new protagonist,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
Brad Pitt is one of the pioneers of modern cinema as far as Hollywood and acting are concerned. Having started as a nobody and a background actor with no credits in many movies, Pitt has come a long way. While his looks and physicality seem to have certainly played a hand in his popularity, it is really his acting genius that has solidified him as an A-list Hollywood actor.
Brad Pitt (in Legends of the Fall)
Among one of the most influential celebrities, it is hard to imagine the film industry without the many roles he has played over the years. Yet when it comes to making it big in the film industry, Pitt credits one of his least-grossing films from back in 1991.
Brad Pitt is Thankful for One Movie from 1991 for Making His Career Brad Pitt in Thelma & Louise
Brad Pitt has played a variety of roles ever...
Brad Pitt (in Legends of the Fall)
Among one of the most influential celebrities, it is hard to imagine the film industry without the many roles he has played over the years. Yet when it comes to making it big in the film industry, Pitt credits one of his least-grossing films from back in 1991.
Brad Pitt is Thankful for One Movie from 1991 for Making His Career Brad Pitt in Thelma & Louise
Brad Pitt has played a variety of roles ever...
- 3/27/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Alien: Romulus is addressing design problems of prequels by returning to Alien's original aesthetic. Fede Álvarez's movie maintains consistency with the original 1979 film, helping unify the franchise. Romulus's design suggests a departure from Scott's separate vision, promising a return to the Alien universe.
Ridley Scott's Alien prequels Prometheus and Alien: Covenant proved divisive for a number of reasons, but the first look at Fede Álvarez's Alien: Romulus suggests the new movie is fixing at least one major complaint. In many ways, Scott's project was doomed from the start. By promising to explore the origins of one of cinema's most enigmatic and powerful monsters, the veteran filmmaker was almost guaranteed to disappoint somebody. Yet while the stories created more problems than they solved, the two prequel films also fell short in other, less subjective ways.
Both Prometheus and Covenant take place before Alien in the overall franchise timeline.
Ridley Scott's Alien prequels Prometheus and Alien: Covenant proved divisive for a number of reasons, but the first look at Fede Álvarez's Alien: Romulus suggests the new movie is fixing at least one major complaint. In many ways, Scott's project was doomed from the start. By promising to explore the origins of one of cinema's most enigmatic and powerful monsters, the veteran filmmaker was almost guaranteed to disappoint somebody. Yet while the stories created more problems than they solved, the two prequel films also fell short in other, less subjective ways.
Both Prometheus and Covenant take place before Alien in the overall franchise timeline.
- 3/26/2024
- by Tommy Lethbridge
- ScreenRant.com
Exclusive: Ridley Scott’s production company has a new UK television chief.
Sharon Hughff, who was previously Creative Director, Scripted Television at eOne in the UK, has been named Head of Television at Scott Free UK.
Reporting to Scott Free’s Cco David W Zucker, and President of Television, Clayton Krueger, Hughff will oversee development and production for the company’s slate of scripted programming out of London.
It comes two years after Hughff joined eOne from The Crown producer Left Bank, where she produced series including Netflix’s White Lines and Sky/Cinemax series Strike Back.
She most recently exec produced the adaptation of Amor Towles’ A Gentleman in Moscow for Paramount+ and Showtime, which premieres later this month. The series stars Ewan McGregor and was written by Ben Vanstone.
Previous credits at Left Bank, where she was an executive producer include an adaptation of Louise Penny’s Three Pines...
Sharon Hughff, who was previously Creative Director, Scripted Television at eOne in the UK, has been named Head of Television at Scott Free UK.
Reporting to Scott Free’s Cco David W Zucker, and President of Television, Clayton Krueger, Hughff will oversee development and production for the company’s slate of scripted programming out of London.
It comes two years after Hughff joined eOne from The Crown producer Left Bank, where she produced series including Netflix’s White Lines and Sky/Cinemax series Strike Back.
She most recently exec produced the adaptation of Amor Towles’ A Gentleman in Moscow for Paramount+ and Showtime, which premieres later this month. The series stars Ewan McGregor and was written by Ben Vanstone.
Previous credits at Left Bank, where she was an executive producer include an adaptation of Louise Penny’s Three Pines...
- 3/26/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Not that long ago, a dark thriller featuring Kevin Spacey as a smooth-talking stranger who arrives in a small town with an apparent vendetta against one of its inhabitants might have been a major movie event. He was, after all, a hugely popular and critically acclaimed actor, known for playing iconic villains from The Usual Suspects and Seven all the way up through House of Cards. His gift for intimate, Shakespearean malice could certainly boost a box-office haul.
But not this time: I saw Spacey’s new film, Peter Five Eight,...
But not this time: I saw Spacey’s new film, Peter Five Eight,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Miles Klee
- Rollingstone.com
Alien: Romulus excites fans with a terrifying new addition to the franchise, focusing on practical effects and honoring its roots in the Alien universe. Star Cailee Spaeny finds it daunting following in the footsteps of Sigourney Weaver in the franchise. Balancing elements from the original Alien and Aliens movies, Romulus will draw fans in with nods to the past while still creating new, chilling horror.
Alien: Romulus has very quickly rocketed up the list of most anticipated movies of 2024 following the release of its first teaser, and now star Cailee Spaeny has shared her thoughts on the daunting task of honoring the franchise’s most iconic character; Ellen Ripley.
Fans have been waiting a long time for a new addition to the Alien franchise. Since the IP became part of the Disney family, many fans have aired their fears of the property becoming “Disneyfied.” However, the release of Predator prequel,...
Alien: Romulus has very quickly rocketed up the list of most anticipated movies of 2024 following the release of its first teaser, and now star Cailee Spaeny has shared her thoughts on the daunting task of honoring the franchise’s most iconic character; Ellen Ripley.
Fans have been waiting a long time for a new addition to the Alien franchise. Since the IP became part of the Disney family, many fans have aired their fears of the property becoming “Disneyfied.” However, the release of Predator prequel,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Anthony Lund
- MovieWeb
Fede Alvarez brings a refreshing change by using practical effects in Alien: Romulus for authenticity and immersion. Alvarez reunites the original Alien team for animatronics and puppets, staying true to the series' roots and enhancing realism. Legendary director Ridley Scott approves Alvarez's approach, emphasizing the minimal role of CGI for an immersive cinematic experience.
Director Fede Álvarez is taking a stand against the CGI trend with his upcoming film, Alien: Romulus. In a recent interview with THR, Álvarez shared his commitment to using practical effects for the film's creatures and sets, mirroring the techniques used in the iconic 1986 film Aliens.
The director's passion for practical effects extends beyond just the creatures. "I have this obsession with no green screens, so we built every creature and set," Álvarez said. "Everything had to be built so we were really living and breathing in these spaces." While he acknowledges the value of CGI in certain situations,...
Director Fede Álvarez is taking a stand against the CGI trend with his upcoming film, Alien: Romulus. In a recent interview with THR, Álvarez shared his commitment to using practical effects for the film's creatures and sets, mirroring the techniques used in the iconic 1986 film Aliens.
The director's passion for practical effects extends beyond just the creatures. "I have this obsession with no green screens, so we built every creature and set," Álvarez said. "Everything had to be built so we were really living and breathing in these spaces." While he acknowledges the value of CGI in certain situations,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Ali Valle
- MovieWeb
The talented “Ripley” team is being feted ahead of the series premiere.
IndieWire can exclusively announce that Netflix-owned cineplexes The Paris Theater and The Bay will host two respective retrospective exhibits honoring “Ripley” writer/director Steven Zaillian and “The Talented Mr. Ripley” author Patricia Highsmith. Netflix’s limited series “Ripley” stars Andrew Scott in the titular lead role as the 1960s grifter who is hired by a wealthy man to travel to Italy to try to convince his vagabond son, Dickie Greenleaf (Johnny Flynn), to return to the States. The limited series focuses on a sinister core love triangle between Ripley, Dickie, and Dickie’s fiancée Marge Sherwood (Dakota Fanning). The show debuts April 4 on the streaming platform.
The Paris Theater screening program is titled “Criss Cross: Highsmith & Zaillian on Screen” and features adaptations of Highsmith’s “Carol” and “Strangers on a Train” alongside Zaillian’s “Searching for Bobby Fischer,...
IndieWire can exclusively announce that Netflix-owned cineplexes The Paris Theater and The Bay will host two respective retrospective exhibits honoring “Ripley” writer/director Steven Zaillian and “The Talented Mr. Ripley” author Patricia Highsmith. Netflix’s limited series “Ripley” stars Andrew Scott in the titular lead role as the 1960s grifter who is hired by a wealthy man to travel to Italy to try to convince his vagabond son, Dickie Greenleaf (Johnny Flynn), to return to the States. The limited series focuses on a sinister core love triangle between Ripley, Dickie, and Dickie’s fiancée Marge Sherwood (Dakota Fanning). The show debuts April 4 on the streaming platform.
The Paris Theater screening program is titled “Criss Cross: Highsmith & Zaillian on Screen” and features adaptations of Highsmith’s “Carol” and “Strangers on a Train” alongside Zaillian’s “Searching for Bobby Fischer,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
It's the biggest Irish double bill since The Banshees of Inisherin. The Emerald Isle will be glowing with pride yet again as, following Cillian Murphy's Oscar win, two more of the country's favorite stars are now being heavily linked with starring roles in a very buzzy project. Paul Mescal continues his meteoric rise this year while starring in Ridley Scott's Gladiator sequel and is now eyeing his next project, while another 'Irish' star looks set to join him, in the shape of Ayo Edebiri. What do you mean she isn't Irish? Of course, she is.
- 3/25/2024
- by Chris McPherson
- Collider.com
Book-to-film adaptions are always a hit or miss. With this year's highly anticipated Dune: Part Two rising to the challenge, it's a must to remember the competitive standard that was set for the sci-fi genre decades ago. Blade Runner (1982), one of the greatest science fiction movies to ever grace the silver screen, brought to life Philip K. Dick's 1968 dystopian novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Directed by atmospheric director Ridley Scott, Blade Runner marked the start of a grand era of sci-fi in Hollywood and inspired generations of films, TV shows, anime, and games to follow in its footsteps.
- 3/25/2024
- by TanChun Watkins
- Collider.com
Ridley Scott's Blade Runner, while considered a masterpiece, sparked a trend of revisiting sci-fi films, which has negatively impacted his reputation. Blade Runner has multiple cuts, with the Final Cut being considered the ultimate version where Scott had complete creative control. While the constant tinkering with Blade Runner improved the film, Scott's return to the Alien franchise with Prometheus and Alien: Covenant was a mistake.
While 1982's Blade Runner is a classic, it nonetheless set a trend for Ridley Scott's sci-fi movies that has arguably harmed his career. Scott is considered one of the most influential filmmakers of all time, and Blade Runner could be regarded as his magnum opus. However, with the film, Scott set a precedent that had an unfortunate effect on another entry in the director’s lengthy back catalog.
Based on Philip K. Dick’s novel, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, Blade Runner was...
While 1982's Blade Runner is a classic, it nonetheless set a trend for Ridley Scott's sci-fi movies that has arguably harmed his career. Scott is considered one of the most influential filmmakers of all time, and Blade Runner could be regarded as his magnum opus. However, with the film, Scott set a precedent that had an unfortunate effect on another entry in the director’s lengthy back catalog.
Based on Philip K. Dick’s novel, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, Blade Runner was...
- 3/25/2024
- by Callum Jones
- ScreenRant.com
Ridley Scott y Fede Álvarez nos llevan de vuelta al universo ‘Alien’. Descubre el teaser tráiler y póster de ‘Alien: Romulus’. © Disney
“Alien: Romulus” es la nueva entrega de la icónica saga producida por Ridley Scott y dirigida por Fede Álvarez.
Bajo la dirección de Fede Álvarez, reconocido por sus éxitos como “Posesión Infernal” y “No Respires” y ambientada entre los eventos de “Alien” de 1979 y su secuela “Aliens” de 1986, esta película nos lleva de vuelta a las raíces de la franquicia que cautivó a millones. En esta nueva entrega, un grupo de jóvenes colonizadores espaciales se encuentra cara a cara con la forma de vida más aterradora del universo cuando rebuscan en las profundidades de una estación espacial abandonada.
La película está protagonizada por Cailee Spaeny (“Priscilla”), David Jonsson (“Matar es Fácil”), Archie Renaux (“Sombra y Hueso”), Isabela Merced (“The Last of Us”), Spike Fearn (“Aftersun”) y Aileen Wu.
“Alien: Romulus” es la nueva entrega de la icónica saga producida por Ridley Scott y dirigida por Fede Álvarez.
Bajo la dirección de Fede Álvarez, reconocido por sus éxitos como “Posesión Infernal” y “No Respires” y ambientada entre los eventos de “Alien” de 1979 y su secuela “Aliens” de 1986, esta película nos lleva de vuelta a las raíces de la franquicia que cautivó a millones. En esta nueva entrega, un grupo de jóvenes colonizadores espaciales se encuentra cara a cara con la forma de vida más aterradora del universo cuando rebuscan en las profundidades de una estación espacial abandonada.
La película está protagonizada por Cailee Spaeny (“Priscilla”), David Jonsson (“Matar es Fácil”), Archie Renaux (“Sombra y Hueso”), Isabela Merced (“The Last of Us”), Spike Fearn (“Aftersun”) y Aileen Wu.
- 3/25/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
Metallic Rouge is an original sci-fi anime created by studio Bones to celebrate the company's 25th anniversary . The series began on Crunchyroll on January 10 as part of its winter 2024 lineup . Rouge Redstar, the main character, is an android (known as a Nean) tasked with destroying the Immortal Nine. However, the Immortal Nine are Neans just like Rouge who wish to be free from the society that oppresses them. From its plot to its futuristic settling, Metallic Rouge touches upon some key elements of the cyberpunk subgenre. Let's explore a little of what cyberpunk actually is and then get into a rec list of six anime to watch if you like Metallic Rouge . What is Cyberpunk? The origin of cyberpunk is uncertain indeed. Many enthusiasts trace its birth to some William Gibson novels that are known as the " Sprawl Trilogy ". Many cyberpunk titles can be traced back to these works. Related:...
- 3/25/2024
- by Francesco Ventura
- Crunchyroll
Alien: Romulus director ensures R-rating, avoiding PG-13 mistake of Alien Vs Predator, per franchise tradition of gory horror. Fede Alvarez's upcoming reboot approved by Ridley Scott for a gritty, disgusting storyline between Alien and Aliens in franchise timeline. Alien: Romulus expected to maintain R-rating like predecessors, staying true to tradition of gruesome gore and adult-oriented horror.
While the rating of Alien: Romulus has not yet been announced, the reboot looks almost certain to avoid one major blunder the franchise made 20 years ago. The Alien franchise has been through many incarnations. The series started life as a claustrophobic space-set slasher when director Ridley Scott’s Alien arrived in 1979. Director James Cameron’s Aliens transformed the franchise into an action-forward adventure, while David Fincher’s Alien 3 brought the series right back to grim, nihilistic horror. 1997’s bizarre Alien: Resurrection saw Jean-Pierre Jeunet add some unexpected, and not entirely welcome, black...
While the rating of Alien: Romulus has not yet been announced, the reboot looks almost certain to avoid one major blunder the franchise made 20 years ago. The Alien franchise has been through many incarnations. The series started life as a claustrophobic space-set slasher when director Ridley Scott’s Alien arrived in 1979. Director James Cameron’s Aliens transformed the franchise into an action-forward adventure, while David Fincher’s Alien 3 brought the series right back to grim, nihilistic horror. 1997’s bizarre Alien: Resurrection saw Jean-Pierre Jeunet add some unexpected, and not entirely welcome, black...
- 3/25/2024
- by Cathal Gunning
- ScreenRant.com
Gladiator's portrayal of the Praetorian Guard's betrayal is historically accurate, reflecting their tendency to turn against their emperors. Quintus' influence over the Praetorians in the movie's ending highlights their loyalty to personal relationships rather than to the emperor. Despite historical inaccuracies, Gladiator offers insight into the Praetorian Guard's complex and often treacherous role in Roman history.
Ridley Scott's Gladiator culminates in an epic battle between Maximus and Commodus in the arena, with the former general eventually triumphing – yet his victory is only possible after a surprising betrayal with real historical roots. Despite vividly bringing the world of Ancient Rome to life, Gladiator plays fast and loose with history. Many characters are created specifically for the film, while others are distorted reflections of their historical counterparts. Despite this, however, the movie does provide some accurate insights – especially in its dramatic ending.
Throughout the movie, some of the most enigmatic...
Ridley Scott's Gladiator culminates in an epic battle between Maximus and Commodus in the arena, with the former general eventually triumphing – yet his victory is only possible after a surprising betrayal with real historical roots. Despite vividly bringing the world of Ancient Rome to life, Gladiator plays fast and loose with history. Many characters are created specifically for the film, while others are distorted reflections of their historical counterparts. Despite this, however, the movie does provide some accurate insights – especially in its dramatic ending.
Throughout the movie, some of the most enigmatic...
- 3/25/2024
- by Tommy Lethbridge
- ScreenRant.com
Ridley Scott is undoubtedly one of the most popular directors of all time; he has made a name for himself directing iconic films such as Alien, Blade Runner, Gladiator, The Martian, and many other incredible films.
A scene from Blade Runner
In terms of directing, Ridley Scott has a meticulous and atmospheric style with an emphasis on visuals, thus creating powerful images in all of his films. He has directed a wide variety of films, ranging from epics to sci-fi to crime films, among many others. With that said, an industry insider predicts that Alien: Romulus‘ storyline will invoke the se*ual elements similar to the original Ridley Scott movie.
An Industry Insider Believes Alien: Romulus‘ Storyline Will Have Similar Alien
Industry insider Jeff Sneider in a recent podcast expressed a desire for a fresh perspective in the upcoming Alien: Romulus movie, suggesting a different time or setting for the narrative.
A scene from Blade Runner
In terms of directing, Ridley Scott has a meticulous and atmospheric style with an emphasis on visuals, thus creating powerful images in all of his films. He has directed a wide variety of films, ranging from epics to sci-fi to crime films, among many others. With that said, an industry insider predicts that Alien: Romulus‘ storyline will invoke the se*ual elements similar to the original Ridley Scott movie.
An Industry Insider Believes Alien: Romulus‘ Storyline Will Have Similar Alien
Industry insider Jeff Sneider in a recent podcast expressed a desire for a fresh perspective in the upcoming Alien: Romulus movie, suggesting a different time or setting for the narrative.
- 3/25/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Alien: Romulus will star Cailee Spaeny in the lead role, and she's looking to honor original star Sigourney Weaver with the new movie.
In an interview with Total Film (per GamesRadar), Spaeny commented on coming into the franchise as such a big fan of Alien. She addressed a moment in the trailer that sees her character, Raines, stepping out of an elevator with a Pulse rifle in a moment that's reminiscent of Sigourney Weaver's Ellen Ripley. Spaeny said she could never "be" Weaver, but inspired by the franchise's original star, she gave her all to the role that she plays in Alien: Romulus.
Related Everything We Know About Alien: Romulus Who is directing the new Alien: Romulus? What does the title mean? When will it be released? We have the answers to all of these questions and more!
"I definitely did everything that I could to bring that character to life,...
In an interview with Total Film (per GamesRadar), Spaeny commented on coming into the franchise as such a big fan of Alien. She addressed a moment in the trailer that sees her character, Raines, stepping out of an elevator with a Pulse rifle in a moment that's reminiscent of Sigourney Weaver's Ellen Ripley. Spaeny said she could never "be" Weaver, but inspired by the franchise's original star, she gave her all to the role that she plays in Alien: Romulus.
Related Everything We Know About Alien: Romulus Who is directing the new Alien: Romulus? What does the title mean? When will it be released? We have the answers to all of these questions and more!
"I definitely did everything that I could to bring that character to life,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Jeremy Dick
- Comic Book Resources
Music movies are having a moment — if, indeed, they ever stopped having one. Take the pop-music biopic. There are times, like right now, when it surges in popularity, yet the form has never gone out of style. And music documentaries, a staple of the indie-film world, have only proliferated during the streaming era. This means that they have to compete for visibility, but a ton of them are getting made and (mostly) getting seen. They’ve become a happy epidemic.
A few, like “Amy” or “The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?,” are popular and vital enough to have carved out a place in the culture — and, in the case of both those films, to have inspired the creation of a biopic. I have it on good authority that when you’re trying to put together a music documentary, the prospect of it spawning a biopic can be a key selling point.
A few, like “Amy” or “The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?,” are popular and vital enough to have carved out a place in the culture — and, in the case of both those films, to have inspired the creation of a biopic. I have it on good authority that when you’re trying to put together a music documentary, the prospect of it spawning a biopic can be a key selling point.
- 3/24/2024
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
In the vast expanse of the sci-fi horror universe, few franchises hold as revered a spot as Ridley Scott's Alien. With the announcement of Alien: Romulus, anticipation has been building around how the new installment plans to invigorate the iconic series. At the heart of this resurgence is Cailee Spaeny, the up-and-coming star of Priscilla, whose enthusiasm for the project is palpable and infectious. Spaeny has been speaking with Total Film about what's to come in Romulus in the wake of the first trailer's release earlier this week.
- 3/24/2024
- by Chris McPherson
- Collider.com
Science fiction continues to be one of the most popular movie genres as it has birthed everything from thought-provoking journeys to purely entertaining blockbusters. However, some of the best films to come out of the genre focus heavily on the science part. This is referred to as "hard science fiction." Hard sci-fi emphasizes elements like scientific accuracy and careful attention to the technology used in the narrative.
Over the years, audiences have witnessed more and more intelligent sci-fi films that successfully mix intriguing ideas with stunning visuals to keep them hooked. Directors like Christopher Nolan, Denis Villeneuve, and Ridley Scott are just a few names that come to mind when creating sci-fi stories that prioritize science and logic. As a result, these films in the hard sci-fi subgenre become stories that people will remember for a long time, including Arrival, Interstellar, and The Martian.
Sunshine Imagines If The Sun Was...
Over the years, audiences have witnessed more and more intelligent sci-fi films that successfully mix intriguing ideas with stunning visuals to keep them hooked. Directors like Christopher Nolan, Denis Villeneuve, and Ridley Scott are just a few names that come to mind when creating sci-fi stories that prioritize science and logic. As a result, these films in the hard sci-fi subgenre become stories that people will remember for a long time, including Arrival, Interstellar, and The Martian.
Sunshine Imagines If The Sun Was...
- 3/24/2024
- by Alexander Vance
- Comic Book Resources
Napoleon's divorce from Empress Joséphine was driven by their inability to produce a legitimate heir, leading him to marry Marie-Louise and have a son, Napoleon II. Joséphine had two children from her previous marriage, Eugène and Hortense, who played significant roles in Napoleon's life and later history. Although the exact number is unknown, Napoleon had numerous illegitimate children with his mistresses, including Charles Léon Denuelle and Alexandre Colonna Walewski.
One of the primary points of conflict between Napoleon Bonaparte and Empress Joséphine was their inability to produce a legitimate heir, and while Napoleon did show his legitimate son and stepchildren, it left out details about Napoleon's other children. Napoleon's tumultuous and crucial relationship with Joséphine de Beauharnais (later titled Empress Joséphine following her marriage to Napoleon) is at the heart of Ridley Scott's movie. While Napoleon makes changes to the true story, it is accurate in that things came...
One of the primary points of conflict between Napoleon Bonaparte and Empress Joséphine was their inability to produce a legitimate heir, and while Napoleon did show his legitimate son and stepchildren, it left out details about Napoleon's other children. Napoleon's tumultuous and crucial relationship with Joséphine de Beauharnais (later titled Empress Joséphine following her marriage to Napoleon) is at the heart of Ridley Scott's movie. While Napoleon makes changes to the true story, it is accurate in that things came...
- 3/24/2024
- by Tom Russell, Bill Dubiel
- ScreenRant.com
No one can hear your scream in space, but in a packed theater? Everyone can, thanks to the Alien franchise. The Alien movies have made audiences radiate fear since Ridley Scott first brought a terrifying Xenomorph to life on the silver screen in 1979. Now, the iconic movie monster is poised to return to theaters again in Alien: Romulus.
Following the surprise success of Prey on Hulu/Disney+, 20th Century Studios and Disney wasted no time and started developing more Predator and Alien projects for both TV and cinema. While Ridley Scott has long shepherded the Alien franchise, filmmaker Fede Álvarez is taking the reign of this new film, which 20th Century Studios has claimed will take the franchise back to its roots. Find out exactly what that means and all the other essential information about Alien: Romulus.
Is There a Trailer for Alien: Romulus?
Related The MCU Has a Unique...
Following the surprise success of Prey on Hulu/Disney+, 20th Century Studios and Disney wasted no time and started developing more Predator and Alien projects for both TV and cinema. While Ridley Scott has long shepherded the Alien franchise, filmmaker Fede Álvarez is taking the reign of this new film, which 20th Century Studios has claimed will take the franchise back to its roots. Find out exactly what that means and all the other essential information about Alien: Romulus.
Is There a Trailer for Alien: Romulus?
Related The MCU Has a Unique...
- 3/24/2024
- by Sean Alexander
- Comic Book Resources
Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez is not abandoning Prometheus and Covenant in his new addition to the franchise, honoring their significance. Despite controversies surrounding Prometheus and Covenant, Álvarez's approach to Romulus includes deep connections to the prequels, respecting their place. Alien: Romulus stands as a largely standalone story, with metaphorical ties to previous movies and a focus on a new group facing Xenomorphs.
Although Ridley Scott's Alien prequel story has been sidelined, Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez has confirmed that Prometheus and Covenant are not being completely abandoned in his new addition to the franchise. Since the 1979 original, Alien has undergone multiple lore revisions and developments. Some, such as the arrival of the Queen in Aliens, have enhanced the mythology around the saga's central monster, whereas others have fallen flat. However, while Covenant and Prometheus both made controversial changes to the story, Álvarez has indicated that they won't be ignored in his movie.
Although Ridley Scott's Alien prequel story has been sidelined, Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez has confirmed that Prometheus and Covenant are not being completely abandoned in his new addition to the franchise. Since the 1979 original, Alien has undergone multiple lore revisions and developments. Some, such as the arrival of the Queen in Aliens, have enhanced the mythology around the saga's central monster, whereas others have fallen flat. However, while Covenant and Prometheus both made controversial changes to the story, Álvarez has indicated that they won't be ignored in his movie.
- 3/24/2024
- by Tommy Lethbridge
- ScreenRant.com
Christian Bale is known for his insane transformations and some of the most critically acclaimed roles in Hollywood. The 50-year-old Oscar winner has worked with some of the greatest directors and delivered some critically and commercially successful flicks. However, he also has a fair share of flop films in his career. Interestingly, many of these projects even came after his highly successful, The Dark Knight Trilogy.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight Trilogy
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy is one of the most significant works in Christian Bale’s filmography. His incredible performance as the Caped Crusader in Nolan’s gritty world elevated the trilogy’s quality and made Bale a household name. Surprisingly, even that stardom could not save the American Psycho fame from some of the biggest flops in his career.
Here are 5 films by Christian Bale that did not get any help from his Batman...
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight Trilogy
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy is one of the most significant works in Christian Bale’s filmography. His incredible performance as the Caped Crusader in Nolan’s gritty world elevated the trilogy’s quality and made Bale a household name. Surprisingly, even that stardom could not save the American Psycho fame from some of the biggest flops in his career.
Here are 5 films by Christian Bale that did not get any help from his Batman...
- 3/24/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
The noir genre has been booming in popularity since the 1940s, and it's easy to see why. Ever since Humphrey Bogart made his debut as the snarky detective Sam Spade in John Huston’s classic crime thriller The Maltese Falcon, audiences have been enamored by hard-boiled mysteries that peek into the seedy underbelly of society. Often using cynicism and intricately-laden MacGuffins to comment on the era of their release, great noir films have evolved and intertwined with many other genres. The most famous may in fact be Ridley Scott’s 1982 classic Blade Runner, which retrofitted the structure of a classic “sleuth story,” yet set it in a sprawling urban metroplex that mirrored what current society could look like in a few generations. While it was largely underseen during its initial release window, the science fiction mystery film Reminiscence is a futuristic noir that may be far from Blade Runner's iconic status,...
- 3/24/2024
- by Liam Gaughan
- Collider.com
Alien: Romulus isn't going to be a CGI-fest.
Speaking about the upcoming film with THR, director Fede Álvarez commented on the movie's special effects. He shared how he'd brought in the same team who developed the Xenomorphs for James Cameron's Aliens to help craft the new creatures for Alien: Romulus. The filmmaker also addressed how spaceships were built and miniatures were used for the sets. That's not to say that there's no VFX in the film at all, but Álvarez suggested that it's only used as sparingly as possible, as the idea is for the audience to never pick up on it, taking them out of the movie.
Related Director Hints Alien: Romulus Will Be Scarier Than the First Alien Movie Director Fede lvarez says Alien: Romulus will avoid the pitfalls of Ridley Scotts Alien by doubling down on the sheer horror of the slasher story.
"For the creatures,...
Speaking about the upcoming film with THR, director Fede Álvarez commented on the movie's special effects. He shared how he'd brought in the same team who developed the Xenomorphs for James Cameron's Aliens to help craft the new creatures for Alien: Romulus. The filmmaker also addressed how spaceships were built and miniatures were used for the sets. That's not to say that there's no VFX in the film at all, but Álvarez suggested that it's only used as sparingly as possible, as the idea is for the audience to never pick up on it, taking them out of the movie.
Related Director Hints Alien: Romulus Will Be Scarier Than the First Alien Movie Director Fede lvarez says Alien: Romulus will avoid the pitfalls of Ridley Scotts Alien by doubling down on the sheer horror of the slasher story.
"For the creatures,...
- 3/23/2024
- by Jeremy Dick
- Comic Book Resources
Fede Álvarez’s Vision Materializes with Ridley Scott’s Nod in ‘Alien: Romulus’ The much-anticipated ‘Alien: Romulus’ has finally offered fans a glimpse into its dark corridors with the release of its first teaser. Director Fede Álvarez, who casually pitched the idea to Ridley Scott years ago, has seen his vision come to life with the blessing of the original ‘Alien’ creators. Álvarez didn’t hesitate when Scott reached out, ready to bring his unique take on the iconic franchise to the screen. Back to Practical Effects with a Gruesome Twist In an industry leaning heavily towards CGI, Álvarez stands firm in his
The post Fede Álvarez Reveals ‘Alien: Romulus’ Teaser and Earns Praise from Ridley Scott and James Cameron first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Fede Álvarez Reveals ‘Alien: Romulus’ Teaser and Earns Praise from Ridley Scott and James Cameron first appeared on TVovermind.
- 3/23/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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