Alien Romulus Review and Revisiting the Alien Franchise

Needs Some Introduction - Day of the Jackal / Gladiator

In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' I review the new film 'Alien Romulus' with a spoiler-free critique, analyses its place within the larger Alien franchise, and discusses its thematic elements, visual style, and directorial choices. The episode also delves into the future of sci-fi franchises, exploring the sustainability of long-form storytelling, upcoming industry trends, and anticipated reviews of popular series such as 'The House of the Dragon' and 'The Boys.'

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

00:14 Upcoming Topics and Reviews

00:57 Alien Romulus: Spoiler-Free Review

02:52 Alien Romulus: In-Depth Analysis

06:42 Alien Franchise Retrospective

18:33 Alien: The Original Masterpiece

20:14 Alien: Cultural Impact and Legacy

23:27 Alien: Production Insights

33:03 Aliens: The Sequel's Success

40:39 Recommended Viewing Order for Alien Franchise

41:25 Themes and Tragic Moments in Aliens

42:44 Alien 3: David Fincher's First Film

48:52 Alien Resurrection: A Controversial Sequel

51:57 Alien vs. Predator: A Franchise Crossover

53:20 Ridley Scott's Return: Prometheus and Covenant

01:00:11 Alien Romulus: A New Chapter

01:12:11 Future of the Alien Franchise

01:13:32 Upcoming Reviews and Final Thoughts