CRITIQUE: ALIEN: ROMULUS (AVEC et SANS spoil)

The speaker introduces the movie 'Alien: Romulus' and provides background information about its production and placement in the Alien franchise timeline.

A brief overview of the beginning of the movie, including the protagonist's attempt to leave a mining planet and the introduction of key characters like an android with motor issues.

Continuation of the plot summary focusing on the mission to retrieve hypersleep pods from a drifting spacecraft, leading to encounters with aliens and escalating tension.

Discussion about the positive aspects of the movie, highlighting the impressive production design, visuals, and attention to detail in recreating the Alien universe.

Analysis of character development, criticism of lackluster characters, and the effects of fan service on the overall movie experience.

Exploration of themes like nostalgia, fan expectations, and the impact on long-time fans, leading to a critical evaluation of the movie's execution and conclusion.

Discussing the exploration of the Nostromo wreckage and the discovery of a fossil that resembles the Xenomorph from Alien, indicating connections between the first film and the alien's origins.

Explaining the revival of the Xenomorph due to its perfect adaptation in space, leading to its role in killing the crew members of the ship, highlighting inconsistencies in the plot continuity with Alien 1.

Analyzing the concept of infusing human DNA with Alien DNA in the film as a failed attempt to enhance humanity, and the absurdity of the resulting hybrid alien-human creature.

Expressing dissatisfaction with the direction of sequels, reboots, and franchise crossovers, emphasizing the need for originality and avoiding unnecessary connections to past films.

The speakers discuss the Alien franchise and how the film Alien 1 could have been successful even for older audiences, highlighting the presence of a terrifying creature as a key element.

The speakers share their opinions on the Alien Isolation game, praising its return to the source material with a truly terrifying creature and expressing mixed feelings about the inclusion of androids in the game.

The speakers criticize the characters' actions in the game, pointing out instances where the characters behave foolishly and make questionable decisions, leading to moments of tension and frustration for the players.

The speakers discuss the originality of the ending of the film/game and the design of the new creature, suggesting that it may divide opinions among viewers but emphasizing the importance of forming one's own judgment.

The speakers reflect on their overall film experience, expressing disappointment in certain aspects but acknowledging the presence of better ideas and memorable moments in the production.