Director Fede Alvarez has acknowledged that the video game “Alien: Isolation” was a significant influence on his upcoming film, “Alien: Romulus.” Fans have spotted what appears to be a nod to the game in the latest trailer for the movie. In particular, a phone booth labeled “Emergency,” which is a notable save point from “Alien: Isolation,” can be seen briefly as the characters navigate a dark hallway.
Alvarez confirmed the Easter egg on Twitter, sharing a photo of the phone booth and asking fans what they thought it meant. The reveal has excited fans, with some expressing their enthusiasm about the inclusion of the save station from the game, which they had hoped would be featured in the film.
Released in 2014, “Alien: Isolation” is a critically acclaimed horror game that follows Ellen Ripley’s daughter as she searches for her missing mother on the space station Sevastopol. The game has maintained a reputation for its intense and atmospheric horror experience.
“Alien: Romulus,” the newest film in the Alien franchise, takes place between the original movie and its 1986 sequel, “Aliens.” The film features a cast including Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu. Alvarez, who directed and co-wrote the film with Rodo Sayagues, aims to build on the legacy of the franchise.
The film is scheduled for release on August 16. Fans can look forward to this new addition to the Alien series and check out other upcoming movie releases by consulting lists of the most anticipated films of 2024 and beyond.
