Does Alien Romulus Stack Up Against the Rest of the Franchise? Mr. Snidbits Reviews

I can definitely see the value in this film as it marks a promising step towards revitalizing the franchise. There’s an impressive level of suspense and tension developed throughout Alien Romulus, and the film incorporates several great callbacks that fans will appreciate. However, in many ways, it does feel like a rehash of previous themes and ideas from the series. While I recognize that this approach resonates with a lot of viewers, I would argue that it doesn’t really introduce anything fundamentally new to the universe of Alien. While the film succeeds as a compelling horror narrative, it may not fully capture the essence of what makes a truly great Alien film.

Fede Alvarez brought a refreshing perspective to the Evil Dead franchise in 2013, but with Alien Romulus, I felt there was a slight decline in the sense of originality and magic that he previously delivered. 

On my podcast, The Reel Study, all the other panelists rated this film a perfect 10/10, while I found myself in the minority with a more critical viewpoint. Despite this initial reaction, I do plan to give the film another chance, as I want to ensure my mood on the day of viewing didn’t cloud my experience. It’s not uncommon for me to rewatch films that didn’t resonate with me the first time around, only to discover a newfound appreciation for them on subsequent viewings.

Alien Romulus is available on digital, physical copy, and streaming now!

Check out the Reel Study Episode where we have a full discussion about Alien and Alien Romulus. The video is embedded below.

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Mr SniDBits is the founder and host of the Reel Study, a movie review and analysis podcast. He is a life long movie enthusiast and film buff. Mr SniDBits studied some film, has reviewed hundreds of films. He gives honest reviews even if the reviews may sting a bit. His film tastes range from art house to cliché Hollywood films. Mr SniDBits may be as likely to be as predictable as the next critic, but can offer some unique takes. He will try to find what positives that can be found in most film. See if your tastes align with Mr SniDBits and check out the Reel Study for more in depth reviews.

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