Prometheus (film)

Prometheus (film)
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Name	Prometheus
Director	Ridley Scott
Producer	Ridley Scott, David Giler, Walter Hill
Writer	Jon Spaihts, Damon Lindelof
Starring	Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, Guy Pearce, Idris Elba, Logan Marshall-Green, Charlize Theron
Music	Marc Streitenfeld
Cinematography	Dariusz Wolski
Editing	Pietro Scalia
Studio	20th Century Fox, Dune Entertainment, Scott Free Productions
Released	June 1, 2012
Runtime	124 minutes
Country	United States, United Kingdom
Language	English
Budget	$130 million
Gross	$403.3 million

Prometheus (film) is a 2012 science fiction film directed by Ridley Scott and written by Jon Spaihts and Damon Lindelof. The film is set in the late 21st century and follows a team of scientists and explorers on a mission to uncover the secrets of humanity's origins, visiting LV-223, a moon in the Kepler-62 system, and encountering a deadly alien species. The film's cast includes Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, Guy Pearce, Idris Elba, Logan Marshall-Green, and Charlize Theron, and features music by Marc Streitenfeld and cinematography by Dariusz Wolski. The film was produced by 20th Century Fox, Dune Entertainment, and Scott Free Productions, and premiered at the Empire Leicester Square in London.

Plot

The film's plot follows a team of scientists and explorers, including Dr. Elizabeth Shaw and Dr. Charlie Holloway, who embark on a mission to uncover the secrets of humanity's origins, visiting LV-223, a moon in the Kepler-62 system. The team discovers a series of ancient alien structures and artifacts, including a Derelict spaceship, and soon encounters a deadly alien species, known as the Xenomorph. The team's mission is led by Meredith Vickers, a high-ranking executive of the Weyland Corporation, and is crewed by a team of scientists and engineers, including David, an android played by Michael Fassbender. As the team delves deeper into the alien structures, they begin to uncover clues about the origins of humanity, including the existence of a Engineer species, which is believed to have created humanity. The team's discoveries are influenced by the works of Erwin Schrödinger and Stephen Hawking, and are set against the backdrop of a space exploration era that includes missions to Mars and Jupiter.

Production

The production of the film was led by Ridley Scott, who directed the film and produced it in association with David Giler and Walter Hill. The film's script was written by Jon Spaihts and Damon Lindelof, and was influenced by the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Arthur C. Clarke. The film's cast, including Noomi Rapace and Michael Fassbender, underwent extensive training and preparation for their roles, including stunt training and language coaching. The film's visual effects were created by Weta Digital and Moving Picture Company, and featured extensive use of computer-generated imagery and 3D modeling. The film's score was composed by Marc Streitenfeld, who incorporated elements of electronic music and orchestral music into the soundtrack. The film was shot on location in Iceland and Jordan, and featured a range of film stocks and camera formats, including 35mm film and digital cinematography.

Cast

The film's cast includes Noomi Rapace as Dr. Elizabeth Shaw, a scientist and explorer who leads the mission to uncover the secrets of humanity's origins. Michael Fassbender plays David, an android who is part of the mission crew, and Guy Pearce plays Peter Weyland, the founder of the Weyland Corporation. Idris Elba plays Janek, the captain of the USCSS Prometheus, and Logan Marshall-Green plays Dr. Charlie Holloway, a scientist and explorer who is part of the mission team. Charlize Theron plays Meredith Vickers, a high-ranking executive of the Weyland Corporation who leads the mission. The cast also includes Rafe Spall as Millburn, a scientist and explorer, and Sean Harris as Fifield, a scientist and engineer.

Reception

The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its visual effects, cinematography, and performances. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 72%, based on reviews from Roger Ebert and A.O. Scott, among others. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $403 million at the box office and becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2012. The film received several awards and nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects and a BAFTA Award nomination for Best Special Visual Effects. The film's success was influenced by the popularity of other science fiction films, including Avatar and Inception, and was set against the backdrop of a science fiction era that includes films like Blade Runner and The Matrix.

Themes

The film explores a range of themes, including the origins of humanity, the dangers of space exploration, and the ethics of artificial intelligence. The film's plot is influenced by the works of Joseph Campbell and Carl Jung, and features a range of symbolism and metaphor. The film's themes are also influenced by the works of Philip K. Dick and Isaac Asimov, and are set against the backdrop of a science fiction era that includes films like 2001: A Space Odyssey and Alien. The film's exploration of the origins of humanity is influenced by the works of Charles Darwin and Galileo Galilei, and features a range of scientific theories and hypotheses.

Release

The film was released on June 1, 2012, in the United States and United Kingdom, and was distributed by 20th Century Fox. The film was released in a range of formats, including 3D and IMAX, and featured a range of marketing campaigns and promotional materials. The film's release was influenced by the popularity of other science fiction films, including The Avengers and The Dark Knight Rises, and was set against the backdrop of a summer blockbuster season that included films like The Hunger Games and Men in Black 3. The film's success was also influenced by the popularity of home video and streaming services, including Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Category:Science fiction films