Prometheus (WARNING: SPOILERS)

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In summary, the film is about a group of scientists who go to a distant planet to study an alien spacecraft. They find out that the spacecraft is from a different planet and that the aliens on the planet are trying to create life. There are different versions of the same creature in the film, and the end of the film has the scientists trying to stop the aliens from creating life.
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Just saw it's on Netflix instant! I'm off to watch it!
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
I'm off to watch it!

Poor Greg.
 
  • #73
Yeah, I pitty him.
 
  • #74
Just watched it on a plane. I see there were several big "idiot" moments and can understand why some were turned off by them. Overall though I got into the atmosphere and enjoyed it. Looking forward to the next movie!
 
  • #75
This film should be better but its OK:) worth to see :P
 
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gravenewworld said:
Hollywood releases films abroad before the US.

When did that started happening? I still remember the pre internet times, when months or even almost a year would pass before a movie that premiered in America hits Europe.
 
  • #77
Prometheus made me seriously doubt the talent of Ridley Scott. It was so disjointed, and the horror aspects felt forced and boring.

But, basically, the idea is that there's this group of super-beings that goes around basically seeding planets with life. That's what the opening scene is. To create life, a super-being sacrifices itself so its DNA can seed life. Earth is one of those planets. Earth went off track. So, 2000 years ago, the super-beings send one of their own to Earth to get people on the right track again. The people of Earth seriously screwed up, which got these super-beings really angry and so they planned a super-weapon to wipe out life on Earth.

And so when the movie begins, the humans have discovered this super-weapon. They don't know it yet, of course.

Also, try and guess what happened 2000 years ago that might greatly offend a race of super-beings.
 
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<h2>What is the plot of Prometheus?</h2><p>The plot of Prometheus follows a team of scientists who embark on a journey to a distant moon in search of the origin of humanity. They discover a mysterious structure and encounter a powerful alien species known as the Engineers. As they uncover the truth about their own origins, they must battle for their survival and the fate of humanity.</p><h2>Who are the Engineers in Prometheus?</h2><p>The Engineers are an advanced alien species who are believed to be the creators of humanity. They are highly intelligent and possess advanced technology, but their motives and intentions towards humanity are unclear. Some speculate that they created humans as a biological weapon, while others believe they may have created humans out of love.</p><h2>What is the black goo in Prometheus?</h2><p>The black goo, also known as the "pathogen", is a substance created by the Engineers that has the power to create and destroy life. It is capable of mutating and altering DNA, and can be used as a weapon. In the film, it is responsible for creating the Xenomorphs and causing the downfall of the Engineers.</p><h2>Is Prometheus a prequel to Alien?</h2><p>Yes, Prometheus is considered a prequel to the Alien franchise. It is set in the same universe and explores the origins of the Xenomorphs and the Space Jockey creature seen in the original Alien film. However, it is not a direct prequel and has its own unique storyline.</p><h2>What is the meaning of the ending of Prometheus?</h2><p>The ending of Prometheus is open to interpretation, but it is believed to symbolize the cycle of life and death. The surviving characters, Elizabeth Shaw and the android David, leave the moon in search of the Engineers' home planet, hoping to find answers about humanity's origins. The final shot shows the birth of a new Xenomorph, hinting at the continuation of the cycle of creation and destruction.</p>

What is the plot of Prometheus?

The plot of Prometheus follows a team of scientists who embark on a journey to a distant moon in search of the origin of humanity. They discover a mysterious structure and encounter a powerful alien species known as the Engineers. As they uncover the truth about their own origins, they must battle for their survival and the fate of humanity.

Who are the Engineers in Prometheus?

The Engineers are an advanced alien species who are believed to be the creators of humanity. They are highly intelligent and possess advanced technology, but their motives and intentions towards humanity are unclear. Some speculate that they created humans as a biological weapon, while others believe they may have created humans out of love.

What is the black goo in Prometheus?

The black goo, also known as the "pathogen", is a substance created by the Engineers that has the power to create and destroy life. It is capable of mutating and altering DNA, and can be used as a weapon. In the film, it is responsible for creating the Xenomorphs and causing the downfall of the Engineers.

Is Prometheus a prequel to Alien?

Yes, Prometheus is considered a prequel to the Alien franchise. It is set in the same universe and explores the origins of the Xenomorphs and the Space Jockey creature seen in the original Alien film. However, it is not a direct prequel and has its own unique storyline.

What is the meaning of the ending of Prometheus?

The ending of Prometheus is open to interpretation, but it is believed to symbolize the cycle of life and death. The surviving characters, Elizabeth Shaw and the android David, leave the moon in search of the Engineers' home planet, hoping to find answers about humanity's origins. The final shot shows the birth of a new Xenomorph, hinting at the continuation of the cycle of creation and destruction.

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