Fede Álvarez's 'Alien: Romulus' Bridges Classic Films with New Vision
Set between 'Alien' and 'Aliens,' the film introduces fresh characters and themes while honoring the franchise's iconic aesthetic.
- Director Álvarez chose the timeline to maintain visual continuity with the original films.
- The story centers on a group of young space colonists encountering a deadly creature.
- Álvarez collaborated closely with Ridley Scott to ensure the film's alignment with the series canon.
- The title 'Romulus' reflects themes of sibling relationships and ties to Roman mythology.
- Practical effects and original design teams were used to capture the authentic feel of the early movies.