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DAISHI · 12/10/2011, 07:15 am

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Originally Posted by Davies

It's also likely to confirm that Blade Runner is a part of that universe too.

Blasphemy and bullshit. Ridley can't touch Philip K. Dick.

Davies · 12/11/2011, 07:11 am

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Originally Posted by DAISHI

Blasphemy and bullshit. Ridley can't touch Philip K. Dick.

I'm not sure what you mean by this, other than you're not a fan of Ridley Scott's adaptation of 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?'. In which case, I'll respond with an altered quote from Ash in Alien...

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Originally Posted by Ash

You still don't understand what you're dealing with, do you? A perfect film. Its structural perfection is matched only by its aesthetic.

I can't lie to you about your taste in film, but... you have my sympathies.

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It may interest people to know that the official trailer for Pometheus has been submitted to the ratings board...

http://www.albertafilmratings.ca/rec...strailers.aspx

It's interesting to note that the trailer has received a rating of 14a, which hopefully bodes well for an R rating for the actual film (other trailers which are rated 14a usually receive an R rated final product). For people outside of the US, who don't understand what I'm talking about... R = 18 certificate.

The official trailer will be online next week, hopefully tomorrow (Monday).

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Whilst we wait for the trailer; allow me to post some twerp's ramblings from the AVPGalaxy forum, regarding Prometheus...

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Originally Posted by Some idiot who probably thinks that AVP: Requiem is the height of cinematic art

Idk, the more pictures I see, the more I get convinced that this isn't gonna be the Alien prequel that I hoped for. It looks like a movie that is all about space jockeys and exploration rather than dark corridors and menacing xenomorphs.

We've already been inside the derelict space ship [in Ridley Scott's Alien] and it was slow and boring. I have a feeling this film is going to be a lot slower, maybe even as slow as 2001: A Space Odyssey, and that it will be heavy on dialogue instead of action. That would be so boring.

This might be cool if Quentin Tarantino has written the movie but I think we're just gonna get a lot of regular science talk instead. Oh yeah, the jockeys are intelligent too so they will also probably talk so we will probably have to read subtitles for this movie too. Who wants any of that?

They should have just made Aliens: Colonial Marines [an upcoming videogame] into a full-fledged Alien film instead of this. Besides, Battlestar Gallactica was always better than Lost anyway.

What an intelligent fellow, hey? Here's a copy of the ultra sarcastic response that I posted...

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Originally Posted by Davies' response

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Originally Posted by A fool

Idk, the more pictures I see, the more I get convinced that this isn't gonna be the Alien prequel that I hoped for. It looks like a movie that is all about space jockeys and exploration rather than dark corridors and menacing xenomorphs. We've already been inside the derelict space ship [in Ridley Scott's Alien] and it was slow and boring.

Yeah, I agree. Exploring a strange alien derelict and finding the remains of a mysterious creature within is so boring. They should have entered the derelict and been confronted by a horde of vicious aliens and then the crew should have pulled out some guns and blew them away. Then the humans should have set a bomb on the derelict and run away, as a big explosion goes off.

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Originally Posted by A tit

I have a feeling this film is going to be a lot slower, maybe even as slow as 2001: A Space Odyssey, and that it will be heavy on dialogue instead of action. That would be so boring.

Absolutely spot on. Real men don't communicate with words, they communicate with violence. Words are boring.

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Originally Posted by Class A moron

This might be cool if Quentin Tarantino has written the movie but I think we're just gonna get a lot of regular science talk instead.

I couldn't agree more because Tarantino is the first name that comes to mind when I think; "who would be the ideal person to write an Alien film?". Also, I concur that having "science talk" in a science-fiction film is a daft concept indeed.

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Originally Posted by A guy I'd like to bitch slap

Oh yeah, the jockeys are intelligent too so they will also probably talk so we will probably have to read subtitles for this movie too.

Yep, reading subtitles is right up there with watching black & white films or reading a book; it's completely pointless and lame. It would be much better if the Space Jockeys just spoke in English, so that I could engage my brain as little as possible.

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Originally Posted by A clueless pleb

They should have just made Aliens: Colonial Marines [an upcoming videogame] into a full-fledged Alien film instead of this.

Undoubtedly. I've always been of the opinion that any future sequels in the Alien franchise should be a remake of Aliens. Progression? Pfft, who wants that?! It would be so boring.

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Originally Posted by A 26 year old virgin, typing from his Mother's basement

Besides, Battlestar Gallactica was always better than Lost anyway.

Quite. Also, Clerks was always better than G.I. Jane. Therefore, I think that they should have hired Kevin Smith to direct Prometheus.

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Originally Posted by A complete and utter wank stain

Who wants any of that?

Probably people with good taste. The boring bastards

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DAISHI · 12/11/2011, 10:55 am

I just meant that Philip K Dick's universe is his. It's not Ridleys to integrate. Dick was an amazing sci fi writer whose creations should stand alone.

Davies · 12/11/2011, 11:34 am

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Originally Posted by DAISHI

I just meant that Philip K Dick's universe is his. It's not Ridleys to integrate. Dick was an amazing sci fi writer whose creations should stand alone.

Oh, I see. I think it's best to view Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep and Blade Runner as seperate entities. Otherwise, prepare to be disappointed because Ridley has already gone on record as saying that he views Alien and Blade Runner as existing in the same universe.

There are rumours that, as well as Prometheus referencing Alien, via the Space Jockey and the Weylan(d) corporation, there will be references to Blade Runner (for example; perhaps Micheal Fassbender's android character, David will be confirmed as a Tyrell model).

On top of this, there's already a small reference to Alien in Blade Runner; the landing "purge" graphic displayed on Deckard's spinner monitor is the same as the one displayed on the monitor of the Nostromo, as it lands on Acheron/LV-426 in Alien.

Having said all of that, I can appreciate where you're coming from (especially after the Alien franchise got tainted with Predator). I'm just giving you fair warning, so that you're not too shocked/appalled come June the 8th. Mind you, any potential Blade Runner references are likely to be minor.

LuigiHann · 12/11/2011, 01:08 pm

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Originally Posted by DAISHI

I just meant that Philip K Dick's universe is his. It's not Ridleys to integrate. Dick was an amazing sci fi writer whose creations should stand alone.

Well, I'd imagine that Blade Runner takes place in a different universe from the original story anyway. If the Blade Runner universe happens to also be the Alien universe, so be it. And just because Alien has Blade Runner in its backstory doesn't necessarily mean that Blade Runner has Alien in its future. I suppose it just provides an interesting context for the sentient androids in the Alien films.

Also I absolutely love the way that Philip K Dick has written so many incredibly thought-provoking stories that get almost completely consistently translated into ridiculous action films. I can't remember if I've read any of the stories (man, I really should) but I definitely get the impression that there's a huge gap between films like Total Recall and Paycheck and the stories that they're based on.

Davies · 12/14/2011, 05:58 pm

There's still no sign of the official trailer but I'd wager that it'll be released before this weekend. However, the official poster has been unveiled...

Notice that the framing and use of colour is a subtle nod to Alien's poster...

It's also worth noting that the poster reveals Prometheus' composer; Marc Streitenfeld, whose previous credits include Ridley Scott's A Good Year, Body of Lies, American Gangster and Robin Hood. He's a bit of a disappointing choice in my book, as I find his scores to be very mediocre. Hopefully, the scope of Prometheus will help Streitenfeld to produce something a little more memorable.

KingHorror · 12/20/2011, 04:57 pm

Just saw this today, Teaser Trailer anyone http://movies.ign.com/articles/121/1215143p1.html

Davies · 12/20/2011, 05:38 pm

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Originally Posted by KingHorror

Just saw this today, Teaser Trailer anyone http://movies.ign.com/articles/121/1215143p1.html

They're amazing but they are acting as a trailer for the proper teaser trailer! It's coming this Thursday. I can hardly wait.

Johro · 12/21/2011, 08:29 am

I thought I heard it was in theatres(the teaser) yesterday from a co-worker who's a huge Alien fan. Now I see someone posted it...but FOX removed it before I saw it unfortunately. Guess I'll have to wait for the official unveiling unless someone else posts it.

Ignatius · 12/21/2011, 04:52 pm

I saw it, in not very good quality but good enough to see the awesome.
It's really really simmilar to the original trailer from the first Alien movie.

Johro · 12/21/2011, 10:54 pm

Okay, I've seen it now. It looks pretty great....and yeah... they borrowed heavily from the original ALIEN trailer for more than just the lettering. I can't wait.

Davies, if you felt the poster was a subtle nod, then the trailer is going to seem like they're slapping it in your face.

DAISHI · 12/22/2011, 12:06 am

Where are the Predators :/

Johro · 12/22/2011, 11:01 am

Official trailer posting.

*Shauntron* · 12/22/2011, 12:48 pm

Remember how earlier in the thread I said I was going to avoid all the trailers for this film?

I failed. And I'm very excited.

Trenchfoot · 12/22/2011, 01:03 pm

That looks spectacular! And quite similar to the original Alien trailer, but more with a modern touch...

2012 is shaping to be such a great year for blockbusters.

DAISHI · 12/22/2011, 03:31 pm

I'm not sure how much I should anticipate this. The first Alien was the only one I really thought was quality:

Davies · 12/22/2011, 06:29 pm

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Originally Posted by Johro

Davies, if you felt the poster was a subtle nod, then the trailer is going to seem like they're slapping it in your face.

Haha, it's certainly quite a pleasant slap to the face but I watched a bootleg of this trailer weeks ago. I am an Alien fanatic afterall! I would have posted a link for it at the time, but I felt it was best to let other people see it in HQ during the official release.

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Originally Posted by DAISHI

I'm not sure how much I should anticipate this. The first Alien was the only one I really thought was quality:

And who was that directed by?

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Originally Posted by DAISHI

Where are the Predators :/

God, I prey that you're joking. Otherwise consider yourself on my ignore list.

Johro · 12/22/2011, 09:05 pm

I'm a huge fan as well. I just have patience lol.

DAISHI · 12/22/2011, 11:30 pm

If there are no Predators the movie will suck.

Davies · 12/22/2011, 11:47 pm

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Originally Posted by DAISHI

If there are no Predators the movie will suck.

Obvious troll is obvious.

12/11/2011, 10:55 am	#63
DAISHI TELLTALE STEALTH NINJA Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,123	I just meant that Philip K Dick's universe is his. It's not Ridleys to integrate. Dick was an amazing sci fi writer whose creations should stand alone. __________________ "Hah! It's like we don't even have feelings. Now pardon me while I recline in my huge executive chair and guffaw, cigar in-hand. " "ill just go with what Winslow always when something that funny about a location in monkey island is said"

12/14/2011, 05:58 pm	#66
Davies The Marmite of this site Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Outside your window, staring in with malicious intent... Posts: 1,465	There's still no sign of the official trailer but I'd wager that it'll be released before this weekend. However, the official poster has been unveiled... Notice that the framing and use of colour is a subtle nod to Alien's poster... It's also worth noting that the poster reveals Prometheus' composer; Marc Streitenfeld, whose previous credits include Ridley Scott's A Good Year, Body of Lies, American Gangster and Robin Hood. He's a bit of a disappointing choice in my book, as I find his scores to be very mediocre. Hopefully, the scope of Prometheus will help Streitenfeld to produce something a little more memorable. __________________ NEWEST - A reading of a short horror story written by Davies. ======================= NEW - The very first official episode of Davies' new show; 'One Man & His Cock'. ======================= Davies sings Portal's 'Still Alive'. ======================= Cockerel sings Portal 2's 'Want You gone', for Alcoremortis (feat. MC Layton). ======================= Davies sings 'I Wanna Be Like You' (from the Jungle Book). Last edited by Davies; 12/14/2011 at 11:03 pm.

12/20/2011, 04:57 pm	#67
KingHorror Dancing Mad Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 29	Teaser Trailer Just saw this today, Teaser Trailer anyone http://movies.ign.com/articles/121/1215143p1.html __________________ The Shortest Horror Story: The Last Man on Earth sat alone in His Room. There Was A Knock on the Door. -Frederic Brown

12/21/2011, 10:54 pm	#71
Johro Person Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Icy Wasteland of Canada Posts: 1,842	Okay, I've seen it now. It looks pretty great....and yeah... they borrowed heavily from the original ALIEN trailer for more than just the lettering. I can't wait. Davies, if you felt the poster was a subtle nod, then the trailer is going to seem like they're slapping it in your face. Last edited by Johro; 12/22/2011 at 01:40 am.

12/22/2011, 12:06 am	#72
DAISHI TELLTALE STEALTH NINJA Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,123	Where are the Predators :/ __________________ "Hah! It's like we don't even have feelings. Now pardon me while I recline in my huge executive chair and guffaw, cigar in-hand. " "ill just go with what Winslow always when something that funny about a location in monkey island is said"

12/21/2011, 08:29 am	#69
Johro Person Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Icy Wasteland of Canada Posts: 1,842	I thought I heard it was in theatres(the teaser) yesterday from a co-worker who's a huge Alien fan. Now I see someone posted it...but FOX removed it before I saw it unfortunately. Guess I'll have to wait for the official unveiling unless someone else posts it.

12/21/2011, 04:52 pm	#70
Ignatius Reilly Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Argentina Posts: 486	I saw it, in not very good quality but good enough to see the awesome. It's really really simmilar to the original trailer from the first Alien movie.

12/22/2011, 11:01 am	#73
Johro Person Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Icy Wasteland of Canada Posts: 1,842	Official trailer posting.

12/22/2011, 12:48 pm	#74
Shauntron Telltale Video Man Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 489	Remember how earlier in the thread I said I was going to avoid all the trailers for this film? I failed. And I'm very excited.

12/22/2011, 01:03 pm	#75
Trenchfoot Watching you... Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Argentina Posts: 712	That looks spectacular! And quite similar to the original Alien trailer, but more with a modern touch... 2012 is shaping to be such a great year for blockbusters. __________________ Tales of Monkey Island: The Unofficial Soundtrack Professional Pirate - Max: The King of Broadway - The Plagues of Monkey Island

12/22/2011, 03:31 pm	#76
DAISHI TELLTALE STEALTH NINJA Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,123	I'm not sure how much I should anticipate this. The first Alien was the only one I really thought was quality: __________________ "Hah! It's like we don't even have feelings. Now pardon me while I recline in my huge executive chair and guffaw, cigar in-hand. " "ill just go with what Winslow always when something that funny about a location in monkey island is said"

12/22/2011, 09:05 pm	#78
Johro Person Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Icy Wasteland of Canada Posts: 1,842	I'm a huge fan as well. I just have patience lol.

12/22/2011, 11:30 pm	#79
DAISHI TELLTALE STEALTH NINJA Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,123	If there are no Predators the movie will suck. __________________ "Hah! It's like we don't even have feelings. Now pardon me while I recline in my huge executive chair and guffaw, cigar in-hand. " "ill just go with what Winslow always when something that funny about a location in monkey island is said"

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