From dark corridors to revealing details, Cailee Spaeny revives the iconic Alien franchise with Fede Alvarez.
With a hunter’s suit and determination in her eyes, Cailee Spaeny immerses herself in Alien: Romulus, ready to face the challenges of the shadows. In a new image shared by Total Film’s official Twitter account on May 20, we see Spani moving cautiously through dark corridors armed with a tank-like device illuminated by a tube she’s holding. This situation promises not only intense action, but also a meeting with the unique terror of the saga.
Connect with the past and the future
Directed by Fede Alvarez, the new installment of Alien: Romulus seeks not only to entertain, but also to honor and expand its cinematic heritage. Set between the events of Alien (1979) and Aliens (1986), the film features Spaeny in the role of Rain Carradine, alongside talents such as David Johnson and Isabella Merced. Merced particularly enjoyed working with the iconic Xenomorphs, describing the experience as a career highlight, “We had two Xenomorphs on set, one a robot and one played by a tall man, both very scary.
Alvarez’s commitment to practical effects is evident, seeking to evoke the mystery and horror that defined the first films in the saga. The realistic presence of the Xenomorphs and props such as a realistic ‘facehugger’ heightens the tension and pays homage to Ridley Scott’s original direction, which used practical effects to bring the aliens to life.
Kylie Spaney said of her role as a tribute to Sigourney Weaver, who played Ellen Ripley, “I could never be her, but I did my best to bring this character to life, trying to make it three-dimensional.” As possible” This commitment to realism and depth of character, inspired by the greats, suggests an interpretation that seeks to forge its own path in Alien history.
Leading in a new era
Directed by Fede Alvarez, known for reviving franchises with his Midas touch, Alien: Romulus promises to be a fusion between the ancient and the modern, as seen in the 2013 Evil Dead reboot. In addition to understanding Alien’s essence, Alvarez also wants to breathe new life into it.
Alien: Romulus is scheduled to hit theaters on August 16. This return not only promises new horrors and adventures in space, but also pays tribute to the saga’s enduring influence, ensuring new fans and veterans alike find something worthwhile in this dark corner of the cinematic universe.
The latest episodes of Alien to Romulus
With the recent evolution of the Alien Saga, the films have changed dramatically in reception and thematic focus. Prometheus (2012) and Alien: Covenant (2017), both directed by Ridley Scott, attempted to expand the mythology of the Alien universe by exploring the origins of humans and xenomorphs. Despite the mixed reviews, these films were praised for their great philosophical questions and amazing visual effects, although some fans criticized the lack of traditional horror scenes and the lack of unity with the original films.
These more recent films have attempted to weave in a broader narrative, including elements of alien creators and biological experimentation, which seek to add depth to the story but divide audiences. With Alien: Romulus, Fede Alvarez’s direction seems to promise a return to the franchise’s horror roots, hoping to reconnect with fans who prefer the intensity and straight-up scares of the original films.