Contrary to what we've heard so far, in an interview with the BBC, Ridley Scott admits that cuts were made to Prometheus. Though it's implied the cuts were for violence and gore rather than new scenes.
"The film is violent and tense but Sir Ridley - who has been an outspoken critic of the current rules of film ratings ... [Read More]
Another new Prometheus TV spot has landed. This one is presented a little differently to the rest. Its background music is twinkle twinkle little star. There's some new shots in there for those that haven't seen the movie.
Thanks to boostedlsj for the news. [Read More]
There's a fairly interesting interview with Ridley Scott and Damon Lindelof over on SlashGear. Firstly, the subject of a director's cut was brought up again which backed up what the producer said the other day. Then they mention a dream sequence scene that was scripted but wasn't filmed. The final piece they mention is a new viral video ... [Read More]
Update 10/6/12: Deadline -"> ...By contrast, the scifi thriller plunged -22% from Friday to Saturday but still ended with a big $49.5M weekend result> ...So the film should end the weekend closer to $49M than $50M. Which is stil a solid result for a film the studio claims cost only $125M because of UK tax credits and low CGI costs. (By the way, that ... [Read More]
Amazon.com are currently having a deal (for US residents) whereby the first 5000 customers to preorder Prometheus on Blu-Ray will receive a certificate valid for one admission up to $10 to see the movie. There's two editions you can preorder. Either the Blu-Ray/DVD + Digital Copy for $27.99 or the Blu-Ray 3D/DVD + Digital Copy for $34.99. ... [Read More]
Collider have got their hands on the new IMAX poster for Prometheus. People attending the midnight screenings in North America on June 8th will receive this exclusive, limited edition poster.
Thanks to seeasea for the news. [Read More]
There's new interview on Heyuguys.co.uk with Prometheus producer Michael Constigan who was on the red carpet for last night's London premiere. He talks about potential sequels to Prometheus and about the recent viral videos. The most interesting thing he talks about is the Prometheus Blu-Ray set. It sounds like there won't be any kind of radical director's cut. ... [Read More]
As some of you know, I had the chance to attend a press showing of Prometheus and I've written up a some-what detailed review:
"It’s certainly been a fun road to here. First it was an Alien prequel, then it’s a completely new original movie and then it becomes clear that it is in fact related to Alien. However, the important ... [Read More]
Prometheus is now officially released in the UK! The reviews have been generally quite positive, praising the visual effects, action and cast.
Meanwhile, the US release is slated for next week. Have you seen it yet? What did you think? Post your thoughts in the Fan Reviews thread. [Read More]