A sci-fi marvel that raises more questions and leaves you with more.

Rating: 8/10 (24 June 2012)

Ridley Scott made it no secret when he announced that he was making a prequel that hearkens back to the mythology of the "Alien" trilogy of films(let s forget the abysmal Alien: Resurrection and the AVP films). I'd say that it sets up things really well, introducing new characters, settings, plot points that tie nicely into the mythos while also building suspense and tension throughout the course of events and giving brief hints and homages to the trilogy.
Unlike most of the reviewers here on IMDb, I think this film has the potential to build upon and offer something great in the future. It's no perfect film; there are some plot points that I felt were rushed and not developed enough. Maybe we can attribute this to studio execs pressuring Mr. Scott into shortening the length of the film. Hopefully we'll get to see a director's cut that will allow us to experience the film-maker's original vision. But I for one like the film with it's great acting from all actors on-board, script, and wonderfully detailed and darkly vivid set designs with some truly horrifying creature design and animation. Prometheus is a marvel and whether or not you agree or disagree is truly up to the viewer.