The first wave of reactions to Alien: Romulus emerged online and they are overwhelmingly positive.

The hype surroundingAlien: Romulushas grown exponentially after the first batch of reviews from critics.

Alien: Romulusis the latest entry to theAlienfranchise and is set between 1979’sAlienand 1986’sAliens.

Alien Romulus, Isabel Merced

Was skeptical going in, but this is easily one of the better films in the franchise.

Fede Alvarez doesn’t disappoint.

Awesome sound design and world-building.

Cailee Spaeny holding a gun in Alien: Romulus

The practical effects are so good that the film gave me nightmares."

Fede Alvarez remains undefeated.

The most insane final act of a film I think I’ve ever seen."

Will There Be a Sequel to Alien: Romulus? Director Confirms Ideas

Youre just not ready."

And then the last half, I was like ‘Theyre doing some really different things here.’

It is, like, just an intense, fun thrill ride.

Alien: Romulus Gets Exciting Critics Reviews Update

You gotta watch this is the theaters, man, because you wanna get immersed in that.

Will Alien: Romulus' Success Lead to Other Alien Movies?

Man, you’re in for a ride.

Alien: Romulus Gets Unsurprising Rating

Alien: Romulusis set to premiere in theaters on Friday, August 16.

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