In this self-proclaimed prequel to the famous Alien series, researcher Elizabeth Shaw is on a mission, along with her boyfriend and several other scientists, to find the origin of humanity. Their exploits take them to a cave with drawings of beings similar to our own species that seem to have come from another world. Four years pass after finding the cave, and Shaw finds herself aboard a ship bound for a distant moon in the hopes that it will lead to the discovery of humanity's origins. What they find on the moon is more than any of them could ever have imagined.
Prometheus is an extremely well-done, and superbly acted film from the mind of Ridley Scott who created the original Alien series. As a normal science fiction film it's good, but it's strength comes from the fact that it's not just a normal sci-fi action flick, but rather it's a deep, almost philosophical film. It dares to ask the questions of where did we come from and who are our creators. I found it interesting that Shaw is portrayed as a Christian throughout the film, and when asked whether her findings shook her faith she denies it. Instead it strengthens her faith, and she ponders as to who made our creators. If you're looking for a film that breaks away from the mold of mindless sci-fi action flick then this one's for you. You definitely do not want to miss this one.
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