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Prometheus [2012]

Tagline:

• The search for our beginning could lead to our end.

Overview

• A team of explorers discovers a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.

• 08 June 2012

• 124 minutes

• Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller

Production Team

• Director:

  • Ridley Scott

• Screenwriter:

  • Jon Spaihts, Damon Lindelof

• Story By:

  • Jon Spaihts

• Studio:

  • 20th Century Fox

• Production Company:

  • Scott Free Productions, Brandywine Productions

• Distribution Company:

  • 20th Century Fox

Setting and Inspiration

• Based On:

  • The Alien Franchise

• Inspired By:

  • The original Alien movie and its themes.

• Period:

  • Late 21st century, 2093-2094.

• Place:

  • Various locations in space and on the moon LV-223

Franchise

• Alien

• Created By:

  • Dan O'Bannon, Ronald Shusett

• Franchise Architect:

  • Ridley Scott

• The Alien franchise explores humanity's encounters with the deadly xenomorph species, delving into themes of survival, fear, and the unknown.

Music

• Composer:

  • Marc Streitenfeld

• Track List:

  • A Planet

  • Going In

  • Engineers

  • Life

  • Weyland

  • Discovery

  • Not Human

  • Too Close

  • Try Harder

  • David

  • Hammerpede

  • We Were Right

  • Earth

  • Infected

  • Hyper Sleep

  • Small Beginnings

  • Hello Mommy

  • Friend from the Past

  • Dazed

  • Space Jockey

  • Collision

  • Debris

  • Planting the Seed

  • Invitation

  • Birth

Bonus Content

• Creative Credits:

  • Behind-the-scenes footage and special thanks to the cast and crew.

• Iconic Quotes:

  • Big things have small beginnings. - David

  • Final report of the vessel Prometheus. The ship and her entire crew are gone. If you’re receiving this transmission, make no attempt to come to its point of origin. There is only death here now, and I’m leaving it behind. It is New Year’s Day, the year of our Lord, 2094. My name is Elisabeth Shaw, last survivor of the Prometheus. And I am still searching. - Elizabeth Shaw

  • I think they want us to come and find them. - Elizabeth Shaw

  • Remarkably human. - David

Fun Facts

• The film serves as a prequel to the Alien series, exploring the origins of the xenomorphs.

• The production used a combination of practical effects and CGI to create the alien creatures.

• Michael Fassbender studied the movements of Olympic divers to perfect David's robotic motions.

• Ridley Scott used practical sets extensively, including a full-scale alien temple.

• The design of the Engineers was inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art.

• The film’s title refers to the Greek myth of Prometheus, who defied the gods to bring fire to humanity.

• The opening sequence was filmed in Iceland and showcases stunning landscapes.

• The black goo in the film is a recurring element in the Alien prequels.

• Ridley Scott aimed to create a thought-provoking story that explores humanity’s origins.

• The mural in the alien temple foreshadows the creation of the xenomorphs.

Reception

• Awards:

  • Academy Awards:

    • Nominated for Best Visual Effects.

  • BAFTA Awards:

    • Nominated for Best Special Visual Effects.

  • Satellite Awards:

    • 2 technical nominations.

  • Critics Choice Awards:

    • Nominated for Best Sci-Fi/Horror Film.

• Achievements:

  • Widely praised for its visual effects and ambitious storytelling.

• Legacy

  • Prometheus reignited interest in the Alien franchise and expanded its mythos, laying the groundwork for future prequels.

• Quotes

  • Big things have small beginnings. - David

  • Final report of the vessel Prometheus. The ship and her entire crew are gone. If you’re receiving this transmission, make no attempt to come to its point of origin. There is only death here now, and I’m leaving it behind. It is New Year’s Day, the year of our Lord, 2094. My name is Elisabeth Shaw, last survivor of the Prometheus. And I am still searching. - Elizabeth Shaw

  • I think they want us to come and find them. - Elizabeth Shaw

  • Remarkably human. - David

  • A visually stunning and thought-provoking journey into the origins of the Alien universe. - Film Critic

  • Noomi Rapace and Michael Fassbender deliver standout performances that anchor the film’s complex narrative.

Cast

• Noomi Rapace as Elizabeth Shaw

• Michael Fassbender as David

• Charlize Theron as Meredith Vickers

• Idris Elba as Janek

• Guy Pearce as Peter Weyland

• Logan Marshall-Green as Charlie Holloway

• Sean Harris as Fifield

• Rafe Spall as Millburn

• Emun Elliott as Chance

• Benedict Wong as Ravel

• Kate Dickie as Ford