Ridley Scott, the mastermind behind some of science fiction’s most iconic films, is set to revive his beloved Alien franchise with a new movie. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Scott is developing a new Alien film for 20th Century Studios, which could potentially resolve the messiness of the franchise’s canon.
Scott’s previous prequels, Prometheus and Alien: Covenant, have been met with mixed reactions from fans, who are still trying to make sense of the David trilogy. The android, played by Michael Fassbender, has become a central figure in the franchise, but his storyline in the prequels seems to be at odds with the events of other films.
Scott’s frustration with the Alien brand is palpable, and he has expressed his desire for more control over the franchise. However, it appears that he now has more say in what happens next, thanks to his new role as chief operating officer of production company Scott Free.
A new Alien movie could potentially tie up loose ends and provide closure for fans who have been waiting for answers about David’s storyline. While there is no confirmation on whether Scott will direct the film himself, it seems likely that he will be heavily involved in the project.
With Ridley Scott at the helm once again, fans of the franchise are holding out hope that the Alien universe will return to its weird and wonderful roots. Will this new movie finally bring a sense of order to the chaotic canon? Only time will tell.
Source: https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/david-prometheus-ridley-scott-alien-new-movie