Not sure where all the hate is coming from

Rating: 8/10 (15 June 2017)

I don't usually write reviews on here unless I feel something needs to be said that hasn't already been stated. Nobody likes beating a dead horse, yet reviews often cater to the aforementioned. That being said, I am not sure where all the negativity is finding its bearing. I've seen a lot of these reviewers try to compare Covenant to Ridley's original film: Alien. However, for the life of me I can't figure out why. Why do we feel the urge to compare what once was thought of as an original masterpiece to every sequel (prequel) that ensues? if Apple were to release the same damn iPhone every single fall with no sudden changes would we be pleased with the result? Absolutely not. And it's the same with film. Directors should be allowed to venture out from the norm of society to create something new. That is exactly what Ridley Scott has done in my opinion. He has catered to a new generation - filled with all the gore, excitement and flare that has made this franchise so successful.
My admiration remains very much alive for Ridley Scott. I cannot say the same for some of these wishy washy reviewers who are clearly stuck in the past.