Fans of the Alien franchise rejoice. 20th Century Studios released the Alien: Romulus trailer. The brief teaser trailer shows a nightmare as face-huggers—plural—break loose. What does one call a group of face-huggers? A foundation? A makeover? Be that as it may, thanks to the inclusion of Fede Alvarez directing, hopes for Alien: Romulus are high. After all, he directed 2013’s Evil Dead and the unforgettable turkey-baster horror Don’t Breathe in 2016.
The first Alien, directed by Ridley Scott (a producer on this new film), appeared in 1979 and featured one xenomorph on a rampage. However, its sequel, Aliens, directed by James Cameron in 1986, lets audiences know from the title that it is xenomorphs—plural. Arguably, later installments have not been as jaw-dropping as the first two. But its longevity is undeniable—six films in the Alien collection and two others in the cross-horror clashes with Alien vs. Predator films. And with Alvarez at the helm, fortune is on their side.
So far, the synopsis keeps it vague. A group of young people have to face off against the aliens. How or why did they wind up in such a dire situation? Time will tell. In addition, the youthful cast includes includes Isabella Merced (Sicario: Day of the Soldado, Dora and the Lost City of Gold), Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla, Bad Times at the El Royale), Archie Renaux (Morbius, Catherine Called Birdy), and David Jonsson (Rye Lane, Industry).
The Alien: Romulus trailer builds the dread at the outset. It leaves the screaming and pleading for the opening before letting loose with the action and face-huggers. Naturally, they leave the full-grown xenomorph for the trailer’s end. With that jaw-dropping and chilling climax it’s no wonder people are excited. So, here’s hoping for an acid-dripped summer joyride!
What do you think of the Alien: Romulus trailer?
Alien: Romulus releases on August 16th!
