This post is part of my movie-a-day challenge in which I will watch a film every day for 365 days. Today is Day 161! You can see all the posts for this challenge HERE. To see the original Movie-a-Day Challenge post, click HERE.
Hey everyone,
Today we’re blasting off to 2012 for a deep dive into Ridley Scott’s sci-fi epic, Prometheus. This movie is like a cinematic Pandora’s box, full of mind-blowing visuals, philosophical themes, and enough unanswered questions to leave you pondering for days.
The story follows a crew of explorers — a mix of scientists and corporate yes-men— on a spaceship called the Prometheus (love the name by the way, total Greek myth buff here ) on a mission to a distant moon in search of the origins of humanity. Spoiler: it’s never just a simple family reunion when you’re dealing with extraterrestrial origins, is it?
Now, if you’re expecting a sunshine-and-rainbows first contact situation, then you’re in for a shock. This is Ridley Scott after all, the man who brought us Alien (another classic space scare-fest). Things get dark and mysterious pretty fast, with the crew encountering some seriously creepy alien ruins and even creepier bioweapons .
The acting in Prometheus is stellar. No surprise there, considering the cast is packed with heavyweights like Charlize Theron, as the no-nonsense mission leader who’s basically the embodiment of corporate chill. She’s got this ice queen vibe that’s both terrifying and kinda admirable? And Idris Elba, looking oh-so-dapper in a spacesuit, channeling his inner space cowboy.
But the real breakout performance for me was Michael Fassbender as David, the enigmatic android crew member. His portrayal is so nuanced and chilling, it left me wondering if I could ever trust a robot again. He’s like if HAL 9000 had a love child with a British butler. He’s super charming but gives off major “I might betray you” vibes. Seriously, David’s got some serious existential issues going on, and it makes for some seriously fascinating (and disturbing) character development.
Speaking of visuals, Prometheus is a cinematic feast for the eyes. The alien landscapes are both breathtaking and terrifying, and the special effects hold up amazingly well even a decade later. There’s this one scene with a giant holographic map that literally had me glued to the screen. It’s like the filmmakers took a trip to space and brought back the most incredible souvenir photos ever.
Now, let’s talk about the plot. Here’s where things get interesting. Prometheus doesn’t spoon-feed you answers. It throws out big questions about the nature of creation, the purpose of life, and the dangers of messing with things we don’t understand. There are some seriously head-scratching moments, and the ending is one of those “interpret it yourself” kind of deals. Personally, I love that. It leaves you thinking and debating the movie long after the credits roll.
But let’s get real for a sec. The movie isn’t perfect. Some of the plot points make about as much sense as pineapple on pizza (yeah, I said it). And the characters? A few of them have the survival instincts of a lemming on a cliffside. Like, seriously, who decides to pet an alien snake creature? Spoiler: It doesn’t end well.
Despite its flaws, though, “Prometheus” kinda worms its way into your heart. It’s ambitious, it’s visually stunning, and it has this way of making you think about the big questions. Like, where do we come from? What’s our place in the universe? And most importantly, why do movie scientists always make the worst decisions?
If you’re looking for a light and fluffy sci-fi flick, then Prometheus might not be your cup of tea. But if you’re down for a thought-provoking, visually stunning thrill ride, then this movie is definitely worth checking out. Just be prepared to have your mind blown, and maybe have a pillow to hide behind when things get a little too intense.
Peace out, ✌️
Roger