Prometheus (2012)

Sarah is back! She and Sean finally discuss one of their oddly favourite films, Prometheus (2012).

Discussion Points:

-Sean likes this film, but can see it's faults.

-Sarah really appreciates the story's set-up and the unusual landscape.

-The film's aesthetics and themes versus the execution and uneven tone.

-Sarah loves films where people grapple with their faith.

-Sarah's recollections of watching the med-pod scene.

-The incredibly awful line reads.

-Sarah loved the well-rounded character of Doctor Elizabeth Shaw.

-Sean and Sarah discuss Alien: Romulus (2024).

Raised Questions:

-Is this film trying to insult your intelligence?

-Does every tie-in with the Alien franchise weaken the direction that Prometheus was trying to take?

-Is the script "too hand-hold-y"?

-Does the film feel over-edited to you?

-Is the crew of 17 too big?

-Why does humanity seek answers?

-Is the script "too ham-hocked"?

-Is David infatuated with Elizabeth Shaw?

-Why doesn't Idris Elba's character do anything until the end?

-What happens if Archaeologists find the Engineer's robe?

Time Stamps:

0:06 Welcome to Review It Yourself

1:23 The Long-Awaited Prometheus Review

7:21 The Film's Opening and Visuals

12:38 Themes of Creation and Faith

16:18 Exploring the Characters and Their Dynamics

20:59 The Engineers and Their Significance

25:59 The Unfolding of the Plot

29:33 The Role of David and AI Commentary

32:41 Critique of Character Development

34:51 Action vs. Atmosphere in Storytelling

35:50 The Philosophical Questions Raised

37:03 The Flaws and Strengths of Prometheus

44:43 Love, Relationships, and Their Portrayal

49:01 Conclusion: A Mixed Bag of Ideas

1:14:10 Character Introductions

1:15:23 David's Understanding of Love

1:20:58 Quarantine Procedures

1:23:42 The Importance of Emotional Reactions

1:29:30 The Horrors of Creation

1:30:27 Themes of Control and Gender

1:37:48 The Nature of Faith

1:47:18 The Engineers' Intentions

1:52:39 The Final Confrontation

1:58:08 The Complexity of Faith

2:09:14 A Mixed Bag of Themes

2:18:17 The Implications of Scientific Discovery

2:20:14 The Value of Long-Form Discussions

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