The film boasts impressive visuals and technical achievements, but it would greatly benefit from a more polished script and better character development. I’m not sure if others feel this way, but I believe horror movies are most effective when they demonstrate some intelligence in both the writing and how the characters behave, and when the central villain remains enigmatic and capable of surprising viewers. I enj…

This is solid science fiction.

It’s a bit improved over Prometheus, I will give it that. It gets somewhat nearer to the feel of the original Alien...though being closer doesn't mean it reaches anything like the scale of the 1979 film—mother, queen, whatever you want to call it. It still tries to be something it’s not. There’s this idea hanging around that it’s more like "Chinatown" than a straightforward monster movie set in space. I'm reall…

I went into this expecting another obvious effort to capitalize on the popularity of “Alien” and connected to the disappointing "Prometheus," but it turns out there's slightly more going on than that. A group traveling aboard a vessel meant for colonial exploration are on their way somewhere new when they hear some John Denver, which leads them to change course and head toward what appears to be a better planet. Natu…

The gore effects in *’Alien: Covenant'* are a definite highlight, but beyond that, there's not a great deal to get excited about; it’s perfectly acceptable, but nothing more. I think this installment suffers from a less impressive ensemble than previous entries, and while the actors do fine work, I didn’t find myself particularly invested in any of them—this film came out in 2017. Michael Fassbender is clearly the…

It must be difficult for a director when they have to satisfy a very enthusiastic audience. The “Star Wars” sequels illustrate this problem well, and Ridley Scott faces something similar with his “Alien” prequels, as reflected in what viewers are saying online. I really enjoyed "Prometheus" because it tried to do more than just show face huggers and xenomorphs causing destruction. It was obvious he was developing …

Michael Fassbender’s performance stood out as excellent, and the film created a striking visual experience, but the characters' choices often felt illogical. I was willing to accept Captain Oram’s (Billy Crudup) choice to travel to an uncharted planet. However, events following David’s haircut, which mirrored Walter’s, were simply baffling and elicited a reaction of bemused disbelief; it seemed unbelievable. Davi…

I bought a ticket out of curiosity, wanting to understand the buzz surrounding it. The film is chaotic, starting with David’s descent into Nazism and his actions involving genocide, continuing through scenes like "an earthworm skewered on a hook for fishing," and featuring characters who are space travelers but seem more like immature children lacking basic common sense. I've often questioned why some people treat th…

The 'Alien' series returned with 'Prometheum,' initially presented as a separate story, and now the original title is back for another prequel installment in what seems to be a planned set of prequels. The next one will follow suit, continuing this approach before all the pieces of the franchise fit together. I found it enjoyable, though not quite up to par with 'Prometheum' or the initial two 'Alien' movies. My m…

Ridley Scott seems unable to win when it comes to the Alien series he originally launched so successfully in 1979. *Prometheus* was considered overly intellectual and weighed down by high expectations, though it wasn’t without its problems and remains a decent science fiction film. Now we have *Alien: Covenant*, which hasn't been universally condemned but has certainly drawn considerable criticism from fans of the Al…

Alien: Covenant holds up surprisingly well on repeated viewings; it’s more rewarding than an initial impression might suggest. The shift in direction compared to Prometheus initially misled many viewers, as people anticipated something different and didn't receive it. There’s a wealth of detail and the performances are strong, requiring multiple watches to fully appreciate everything. It successfully combines element…

I’m puzzled by some of the negative reactions to this movie; I found it entertaining. My enjoyment probably stems from not going in anticipating something overly complex. It's a science fiction horror film, and my anticipation was centered on seeing what fresh and unsettling methods Sir Ridley Scott would devise to frighten the actors—and he didn’t let me down. The android’s betrayal was predictable, certainly, but i…

There’s a lot I can see that others disliked about this film; it feels like a significant failure to capitalize on its potential. What bothered me most, beyond the obvious issues with a predictable and poorly written story, was how jarringly 'Prometheus' seemed blended with 'Alien'. 'Alien: Covenant' appears overly concerned with its own significance, losing sight of what made the original film so appealing. I genuin…

It struggles onward, burdened by its own sense of significance. I’m a fan of movies that take themselves very seriously, and this one certainly fits the bill. I enjoy films that are overflowing with a condescending, solemn, and presumptuous air, suggesting that nothing could possibly be as vital as the story unfolding on screen. The film acts like it possesses all the answers. It seems to believe it understands…

I entered _Alien: Covenant_ with some doubts. It seemed unlikely there would be another excellent film in the series since _Aliens_, and I had concerns about that. While I found _Prometheus_ impressive from a technical perspective, it didn’t hold my attention as a movie, and I feared this one might suffer from a similar problem. The previews were fairly promising, but I was also concerned that they revealed too much …

Alien Covenant marks the third Alien film directed by Ridley Scott and serves as a prequel to the franchise, following Prometheus. These installments appear to be declining in quality with each release. Prometheus posed numerous questions seeking answers, demonstrating ambition by exploring not only the origin of alien life but also human existence itself. However, the plan to extend these themes across three or f…

The experience can be a genuinely unsettling and exciting ride, yet it ultimately prompts reflection on whether the moments of confusion and slower pacing justified the effort required to see it through.