I'm in Seattle, with it's great indie art movie houses -- so I go see Prometheus.

Posted by free.ranger (A) on June 10, 2012 at 17:30:25

My opinion differs. I give it a solid B grade. If you're a fan of the Aliens saga, this story fills in a few blanks; it's a prequel explaining the origins. It is not cryptic; it tells the story, while leaving opening for more to follow. For scifi fans, the faults won't keep you from enjoying this film. If the Alien gore bothers you, then be advised that it here also.

The characters, other than Michael Fassbender, don't give Academy performances, but are good enough. Credibility is lost with Noomi Rapace's role (all I can say is don't mess with Lizbeth Salander), but it roles on. Fassbender's character takes liberties with "2001: A Space Odyssey"; in looking like Keir Dullea and sounding like HAL.

The effects and scenery are first rate, but IMO, the 3D thing didn't add much. A few of the close-behind-the-body shots had me wanting to yell "down in front"0. It would be just as enjoyable in 2D.

Otherwise, if you find yourself in Seattle, make your way to The Harvard Exit or Seven Gables theaters. Fine old cozy theaters showing non-first run indies.

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Topic - I'm in Seattle, with it's great indie art movie houses -- so I go see Prometheus. - free.ranger 17:30:25 06/10/12 (20)

Loved it, but.... (Much spoilage) - Enophile 13:57:40 06/16/12 (0)

1979, Guild 45th - Mossback 08:09:36 06/16/12 (1)

You can always close your eyes (like I do) when scenes become too gory? - mpathus 08:02:19 06/17/12 (0)

So much unrealized potential... - Steve O 21:16:58 06/13/12 (0)

Saw it today in 2D - Mike K 20:41:54 06/13/12 (2)

Minor spoilage . . . . - mr grits 19:33:01 06/14/12 (0)

Saw it AGAIN yesterday in IMAX 3D...If I may fill in some holes... (Spoilers) - mpathus 23:51:47 06/13/12 (0)

Just saw it - not too impressed - Doug Flynn 15:20:34 06/12/12 (0)

Saw it tonight in 3D... - mkuller 21:35:45 06/11/12 (1)

RE: Saw it tonight in 3D... - mpathus 17:41:21 06/12/12 (0)

RE: I'm in Seattle, with it's great indie art movie houses -- so I go see Prometheus. - volunteer 15:46:08 06/11/12 (0)

Slight spoilage . . . - mr grits 18:49:26 06/10/12 (8)

Damn... - musetap 22:25:48 06/10/12 (0)

Pursuing Noomi . . . - mpathus 20:00:46 06/10/12 (6)

RE: Pursuing Noomi . . . - mr grits 08:50:28 06/11/12 (5)

Shaw's Thesis extrapolated by timeline clues (massive spoilage)... - mpathus 08:52:55 06/14/12 (4)

Whatever you are taking...... * - mr grits 17:56:29 06/15/12 (1)

"...It's fluoridation, Mandrake...fluoridation..." ~t - mpathus 07:36:38 06/16/12 (0)

Man, where are getting all this from? Is there a book out? - free.ranger 22:19:38 06/14/12 (1)

Get what you bring to the... - mpathus 10:19:51 06/15/12 (0)

I'm in Seattle, with it's great indie art movie houses -- so I go see Prometheus.

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