Alien: Romulus made a big splash at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, with Director Fede Álvarez and the cast showcasing some extended preview clips to get fans excited for the upcoming installment in the beloved horror franchise. The panel was a memorable hour of horror, complete with facehuggers invading the crowd.
The movie, set to premiere on August 16, takes place between Alien and Aliens but can be enjoyed as a standalone story. Álvarez promised that there will be Easter Eggs sprinkled throughout for fans of the franchise to enjoy, even though prior knowledge of the previous films is not necessary to appreciate the new installment.
During the panel, three clips were shown to the audience, giving them a closer look at the facehuggers, chestbursters, and Xenomorphs that will be featured in the movie. The clips showcased the fast and deadly nature of the creatures, as well as a new perspective on the familiar chestbursting scene.
In a dramatic turn of events during the Q&A portion of the panel, Hall H was plunged into darkness as motorized facehuggers took over the stage, adding an element of surprise and excitement to the already thrilling presentation. The event concluded with Disney and 20th Century Fox treating the audience to facehugger masks and a grand selfie with the cast.
Álvarez, known for his work in horror films, expressed his dedication to making Alien: Romulus a memorable and thrilling experience for fans. He acknowledged the risks involved in making a movie in a beloved franchise but emphasized the passion and effort that went into creating this new installment.
Overall, Alien: Romulus promises to bring back the old-school horror that fans of the franchise love, with a fresh perspective and new twists to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The cast and crew gave their all to deliver a movie that lives up to the expectations of fans, and Álvarez’s commitment to creating a memorable experience shines through in every aspect of the film. So get ready for a wild ride with Alien: Romulus, coming soon to theaters near you.
