Summary
- Director Fede Álvarez hints at Ellen Ripley’s presence in Alien: Romulus through a hidden Easter egg.
- The film is set between Alien and Aliens, with Ripley in cryostasis after battling xenomorphs.
- Despite some backlash, Alien: Romulus has been a hit, drawing in fans with refreshed storytelling and new characters.
As a cinephile who has been following the Alien franchise since its inception, I must admit that Fede Álvarez’s latest offering, Alien: Romulus, has truly left me spellbound. The way he subtly hints at Ellen Ripley’s presence through an Easter egg, while maintaining the mystery and intrigue surrounding her character, is nothing short of masterful storytelling.
The following article contains spoilers for Alien: Romulus.
The director of the movie “Alien: Romulus” has revealed that a nod or hidden tribute to the popular character Ellen Ripley from the Alien series is included in his follow-up film. If you’re thinking about rewatching the movie following this news, it’s important to know that Fede Álvarez describes her as being “subtly incorporated” into the storyline.
Initially, it’s important to clarify that Ellen Ripley is indeed alive during the storyline of Alien: Resurrection, a movie set between the original Alien (1979) and Aliens (1986). After her battle with the xenomorphs in the first film, she finds herself in cryostasis. This period in stasis ends when Weyland-Yutani discovers her for the purpose of revenge in the sequel.
Álvarez recently discussed his take on Ripley’s role in the movie “Alien: Romulus,” which he co-wrote with Rodo Sayagues, during an interview on the ReelBlend podcast. When questioned about whether Ripley might be involved in the storyline, Álvarez chose to keep things mysterious.
“While I can’t definitively confirm it, there’s a chance she may have played a role in the events over the years. Due to legal constraints, I’m unable to reveal more details. However, it’s not out of the question.”
There are several clues subtly concealed within that film, which hold the solution to this puzzle. They’re skillfully camouflaged, almost as if they’re visible yet invisible at the same time.
Is it possible that Ripley is involved in the plot for “Alien: Romulus”? The director hinted that disclosing too much information would undermine the story. Yet, his reluctance to provide further details might stem from the negative reactions to another significant Easter egg in “Alien: Romulus,” which some viewers found too obvious due to Álvarez’s actions to create it.
Discussing the android character in the movie who resembles Ian Holm and plays a significant role in the third part of the story, but some viewers found it controversial because they didn’t agree with the director’s choice to introduce another similar android for narrative purposes. Ripley’s involvement, on the other hand, is more understated as we haven’t discovered the Easter egg – or the facehugger egg – yet.
Alien: Romulus Is the Best Alien Film in Almost 40 Years
The current state of affairs for Fede Álvarez and his contribution to the Alien franchise is quite favorable. The movie has raked in a substantial $118 million at the box office so far, and it continues to impress with an impressive 81% rating from critics and an even higher 86% approval rating from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Although there has been some criticism on Film Twitter, Alien: Romulus has managed to rally a significant following of fans who understand the necessity of moving away from some of Ridley Scott’s concepts and revitalizing the franchise with fresh talent. For Álvarez, Alien: Romulus serves as a testament to the success he achieved with his other legacy sequel/remake from 2013, Evil Dead, demonstrating his capability to handle large franchises on his own terms.
The sci-fi movie titled “Romulus” features stars like Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Ailee Wu, along with others. Notable producers of this project include Ridley Scott and Walter Hill from the franchise. Initially intended for a streaming premiere, 20th Century Studios decided to switch “Romulus” to a theatrical release schedule instead. We’re thrilled about this change, as watching it in theaters seems to enhance the overall movie experience significantly.
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2024-08-23 19:01