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Prometheus was released in theatres in June 2012 and later on dvd and blu-ray in the fall of the same year. It centers around the discovery that the human race was created by aliens (referred to as engineers) who left clues behind on ancient Earth. Two scientists, Elizabeth Shaw played by Noomi Rapace and Charlie Holloway played by Logan Marshall Green, put the clues together and after getting funding from the Weyland Corporation travel to LV-223 in the science vessel Prometheus to find the engineers. Things naturally don't go well for the crew and scientists and we get treated to some classic Alien gore and action. Prometheus, directed by Sir Ridley Scott, is simply a visually stunning film. The special effects were amazing and the CGI was seamed perfectly with the actors. Unlike many other special effects driven movies, the CGI doesn't seem forced and the actors own the scenes, not the other way around. The musical score complements the movie perfectly and the acting, particularly Michael Fassbinder who plays the android David, was excellent. The movie also starts off well and ends well with some nice action scenes mixed in. With all of that being said, Prometheus has issues. When I first saw this in the theatres, knowing that this was a prequel of sorts, I kept wondering when Scott was going to connect the dots with his 1979 classic, Alien. When a bunch of questions were left unanswered at the film's conclusion, I left disappointed. When I saw the movie again on blu-ray however I certainly liked it more but still had questions about the plot. I also had a few issues with the casting. Guy Pearce's choice to play the supposedly ancient Peter Weyland was really odd. Pearce, an excellent actor who I've liked since LA Confidential, is simply miscast here and his makeup was terrible. Charlize Theron, one of the sexiest and most talented actresses in Hollywood, was all over the place playing Meredith Vickers. At one point she's the ice queen boss and the next she's sleeping with the ship's captain. There's a ton more script issues but suffice it to say that if you keep getting distracted by the android poisoning crew members for no apparent reason etc then you're probaly not enjoying the film as much as you could. As a fan of the Alien franchise I certainly wanted to love this movie and give it five stars, but due to the plot issues I can't. It's a really good stand alone film however and as stated earlier has some of the best special effects I've ever seen. Prometheus also has some great action scenes, excellent acting, and the blu-ray extras are pretty sharp. This is an excellent set for the money, especially here on E-Bay, so I would certainly recommend it for any sci-fi fan's collection.Vollständige Rezension lesen
Saw the movie in the theater and was somewhat disappointed. I bought it to add to my 3D collection and somehow I liked it much better at home! Maybe I was overhyped the first time. Anyway, it's a good addition to the Alien legacy and the 3D bluray is really done well. The space & outdoor scenes are superbly done, the acting fine, the story decent and the indoor set pieces are done with Scott's unwavering attention to detail. On the flip side, some of the characters are almost caricatures of themselves and a few scenes are so improbable they become nearly ridiculous. But that's being a bit harsh- most sci-fi horror movies have a few of those. I'd put this a good #4 in the Alien saga- Aliens being one of the best of this genre ever, the classic Alien at #2 and a good Alien Resurrection just maybe a hair ahead of Prometheus at #3, storywise. Alien 3 doesn't do a thing for me- I'll probably toss it and put Prometheus into my box set instead. Watch it on a big screen and enjoy the eye candy!Vollständige Rezension lesen
This movie is the first prequal to the alien series. U learn the origins of the alien virus. However it also leaves u with that, "can't wait ",feeling to see the next prequal which is out now titled "Alien Covenant".
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What's Next?? After seeing this fabulously done movie, I, like Noomi's character, want to know WHY they wanted to destroy the human race...that THEY created in their image. We need an update. Was David able to guide her to the creators? SRS needs to revisit this and write the follow-up.
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A visually amazing movie that provides some "origin" material for the ALIEN saga. That fact that it includes Noomi Rapace and Charlize Theron makes it a mandatory vid for this viewer.
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Product was perfect, contains both a DVD and a Bluray.
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Any person who is a real fan of the Alien movie series especially Alien and Aliens, well you need to buy this movie RIGHT NOW. Pay extra for shipping. When your blu ray is delivered lock the doors, shut the windows and turn off your phones. This Prometheus movie is great!!!..... I have to say that the first 20 30 minutes is spent laying the foundation and not overly happening. But you know that the rest is just going to be smokin fast.... If you remember the very first time when you saw Alien, in 1979, and didn't want to know what and how you be would scared next. Well this is just about the the same feeling, it's just as suspenseful..... Remember in Alien when Ripley didn't want to open the quarantine room door? There are many errors in judgement but that is how you sell movie tickets..... Ridley Scott directed Prometheus. This was about his 40th movie and just about every movie is a classic. From the Andromeda Strain, Gladiator, The Grey to Killing Kennedy he has another hit here. .... Peter Jackson has his Hobbit movies. Ripley Scott has his own prequel movie and with both Lord of the Rings and Alien, these newest movies lay the ground work for some of the movies the best movies between 1979 and 2012..... There is one thing that has always been on my mind, when any of the space travelers wake up from their hyper sleep, they hop up and the biggest complaint has been about the cold floors. But in this movie they have more realistic body functions after coming out of their own cocoons..... The outdoor views of Iceland show some of the best of their country. The space ship scenes are just fantastic and throw in some extremely futuristic medical devices and equipment you are set up for a great movie..... I wish that I could say more about Prometheus but I can't other than say watch this as soon as you can..... I would recommend this movie to just about anyone. It is rated R for a reason...... I will say one more thing. I was a freshman in college in the fall of 1979 when I first saw Alien. It was in a very small flat room. Not a big theater. The movie house actually rented pillows for 25 cents to cushion the hardwood maybe 75 seats. Oh, the life in south central PA in the land of the Amish.Vollständige Rezension lesen
As an avid Aliens franchise fan I was looking forward to the blue ray because of the xtras in it. I love backgrounds the more detailed the better. This blue ray has a bunch of extras! my favorite is the peter weyland files. This is not included in the dvd only on blue ray. Also it includes a bunch of deleted as well as extended scenes. Loved this blue ray.
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A prequel to the Alien series this addition tries to explain who we and the 'Engineers' are in this universe. The plot is straightforward and fairly believable. The characters are an eclectic group which although not deemed believable to many does actually fit. These are not all licensed and mainstream scientists but ones that the private company could hire and leave with without raising waves that might create problems on Earth. The visuals are what makes this film though. The shots of the craft flying through the valleys is really spot on and made me long for the day when we really can do this. The ending also leaves hints for a sequel that could give us more to look forward to. While this movie was not up to the standard set in the first two of the series, it is worth the watch.
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Great movie great story has the origins of the Alien from the Alien movie franchise.
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