EXPECTATIONS...

Well… Here in San Antonio, we obviously haven’t seen the movie yet. But after reading most of the early reviews, I am a bit disturbed by the opinions. However, as I’ve told many people, I’ve firmly believed from Day-1, that they could never replicate the stark-raving fear, which was evident in ALIEN. So my expectation, from that end, has been put in check, for some time. But I think what has ruined this experience for many, IS the fact that trailers have given away too much. With the material available, they could’ve gotten away with developing a few great trailers, while still not showing the Engineers (I knew something was wrong, when I saw the Big Blue Guy walking to his chair, in the first trailer; bad idea), the Prometheus crashing into the Derelict, the Cobra organism, and the shot of the Engineer getting attacked by the huge proto face-hugger. All these were giveaways to the storyline, and leaves nothing to the imagination and/or surprise/s. Showing the Derelict was ideal, because it sets the tone for the movie, and in some instances, mirrors the off-chance that it’s a prequel. Undoubtedly, this movie will probably make enough, to warrant a sequel. If it’s as bad as many are saying, then writing the next one, needs to be handled with the greatest of care. Ridley Scott is the guy to direct. But creating the story, is something altogether different. Maybe Scott could co-write? Perhaps he should. He was the one who always wanted “to go back”, and examine the Space Jockey, and who they really are, and what their true mission/agenda is. I’m not sure if Prometheus answers any of that for him. I myself, haven’t seen it yet, but many have already proclaimed it delivered more questions than answers (in that regard). At any rate, I’ll be there next Friday (June 8), ready to get the best seat I can find. Wife and friends in tow. I plan on giving an in-depth review and explanation (mine anyway), when I return from the theatre. Feel free to comment on anything I have just mentioned. I welcome any insight… 7 days…