Prometheus (2012) - Big Things Have Small Beginnings!

Rating: 10/10 (15 June 2012)

It doesn't really matter debating whether "Prometheus" is a prequel to "Alien" or not, because whether it's a prequel or spin-off to the classic sci-fi thriller, it doesn't change the fact that "Prometheus" still shines all on it's own. This is one of the best movies of the year. "Prometheus" is a wonderfully entertaining, disgustingly grotesque, and incredibly well-made piece of filmmaking, brought to us by the one and only Ridley Scott. Set in the near future of the year 2093, a crew of space-craft explorers are sent to a distant planet, hoping to find the secrets of human existence, which then leads into a discovery that can immediately wipe out mankind. Director Ridley Scott beautifully directs this movie with such precision. He delivers a remarkable style to this movie, from the breathtaking visual effects, to the incredible landscapes. Ridley Scott is probably one of the most interesting directors in cinema history. I was easily blown away from this movie from start to finish. I see this movie develop by going into three possible stages. The first stage of this movie is an interesting scientific expedition, the second stage is a dark and creepy horror story, and the third and final stage is a flat-out thrilling and mind-blowing action flick. That's all you need to make this movie excellent. The incredible acting ensemble includes Noomi Rapace, the original "Girl with the Dragon Tattoo", as an archaeologist obsessed with finding the secrets of human life, along with her trusted boyfriend, played by Logan Marshall-Green. Charlize Theron and Idris Elba have their great moments for their respective performances, Theron as an employee that monitors the expedition, and Elba as the ship's captain. But the stand-out "scene stealer" performance, worthy of an Oscar-nomination, comes from Michael Fassbender as the android Dave. Excellent in every role he's cast in, Michael Fassbender literally blew me away, and he just shines up the screen. This is a performance worthy of a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination. "Prometheus" is filled with plenty of disgusting moments that will leave you speechless, and yet, it's portrayed in such a subtle way. Some moments will leave you disgusted, while others will just leave you totally on the edge of your seat. The visual effects are astonishing, the cinematography is down-right gorgeous, the 3-D is expertly handled, and the directing is just downright incredible. I can just go on and on, but I can just leave you with this simple thing to understand. "Prometheus" is so far one of the finest films of 2012. But what I love the most about this movie is that it will leave tons of questions for the audience to decide. We need more movies that can test the minds of an audience, and try to find the answers themselves. matter if you're either a fan of the "Alien" films, a fan of sci-fi gems in general, or even a fan of film, "Prometheus" is a movie that everybody will enjoy. This is an epic, intense, heart-racing, mind-blowing, and excellent piece of filmmaking. "Prometheus", in my review, "A mind-blowing adventure. Exciting and remarkable".