‘Alien: Romulus’ first reactions praise the sci-fi horror as the “best movie since ‘Aliens'”

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Alien: Romulus have praised the film as “best movie since Aliens” and “gnarly, gripping & gorgeously bleak”.The new sequel, the seventh film in the sci-fi horror series, is out this Friday (August 16) and directed by Uruguayan filmmaker Fede Álvarez (Don’t Breathe).The world premiere for the movie was held in Los Angeles last night (August 12) with many of those attending hailing the film, which takes place between Alien (1979) and Aliens (1986).“ALIEN: ROMULUS is the best Alien movie since Aliens.

The perfect bridge between the sci-fi horror of Scott’s original with the thrilling action of Cameron’s sequel,” shared ComingSoonNet‘s Jonathan Sim. “It gets more thrilling with every scene, culminating in a mind-blowing final act that proves Fede Álvarez never holds back.

Absolute insanity filled with fresh ideas.”ALIEN: ROMULUS is the best Alien movie since Aliens.The perfect bridge between the sci-fi horror of Scott's original with the thrilling action of Cameron's sequel.It gets more thrilling with every scene, culminating in a mind-blowing final act that proves Fede Álvarez never… pic.twitter.com/coJcpafZsT— Jonathan Sim (@TheJonathanSim) August 13, 2024Courtney Howard, writer at Variety, said: “Fede Alvarez’s #AlienRomulus is gnarly, gripping & gorgeously bleak (everything from the story to Olivares’ cinematography to Wallfisch’s score).

Innovatively delivering smart, savvy stuff, subtly playing the greatest hits. Cailee Spaeny & David Jonsson dominate. This rules!”Fede Alvarez’s #AlienRomulus is gnarly, gripping & gorgeously bleak (everything from the story to Olivares’ cinematography to Wallfisch’s score).