Alien: Covenant (2017)

[RandyK]

Wouldn't casting imply that they have a script written? Usually casting involves them reading a script.

[kristoffer]

Originally Posted by Terminated

Word is Scott has already started casting for the sequel to Prometheus....And that Scott has met several times with English Actor Rik Barnett (REBELS WITHOUT A CLUE) for a MAJOR ROLE in the sequel it is said that he is could be connected to Elizabeth Shaw. Several sources have confirmed this...Now we have to wait for FOX to make the announcement...

http://www.worstpreviews.com/headline/.php?id=28431

Dead link.

[Britnasty]

http://www.worstpreviews.com/headline.php?id=28431

[RandyK]

"'Prometheus 2' Will Use 'Transcendence' Writer Jack Paglen To Terraform The Sequel"

Welcome to Hollywood Jack Paglen. The writer has seen a quick ascension up the Hollywood food chain, thanks to his 2012 Black List placing script for "Transcendence," which is now being made into a Wally Pfister directed, Christopher Nolan produced, Johnny Depp starring movie. Not bad. And for his next trick? He's jumping on board what could be the most difficult sequel in development.
Yep, the "Prometheus" sequel is indeed brewing, and Fox are in negotiations for Paglen to write the script. He's inheriting a movie that got a very mixed reception, and a franchise which is beloved and practically guarded by fans with very, very high expectations. But regardless it's a massive stepping stone for Paglen, and if he nails it, the gig could see his career vaulted even further than before. It's easy to see why he'd be willing to take it on -- it's a big challenge -- and he's got his work cut out for him. But he also likely has a good amount of breathing room.

While Noomi Rapace told us earlier this year that she had already met with Scott to discuss the sequel, it still seems a long way off. Why? Well, Scott is also contending with "Blade Runner 2" (sigh) but perhaps most importantly, the Moses movie "Exodus" is next and already has a release date slated for 2014. In fact, The Local reports that he's been busy scouting locations in Spain, and 3-4 weeks of the 19 week shoot will take place in the Canary Islands.

So yes, a "Prometheus 2" script is being worked on but as these things usually go, Paglen's will likely be the first of a few pens to try and figure out where that ship goes with Elizabeth Shaw and David's head. [THR]

Courtesy: The Playlist

[Kaiju]

[MyBlu-rayBrotherEd]

Originally Posted by Scruffy Nerf Herder

Woo-hooo!!!!!!

[Edword]

At least there's some kind of news!

[raygendreau]

Guess we'll have to wait for Transcendence in 2014 to get a flavor of Paglen's work: http://www.ropeofsilicon.com/prometh...transcendence/ Also worth a read: http://screenrant.com/prometheus-2-writer-jack-paglen/

[Nick666]

Originally Posted by jvince

Noomi Rapace

Oh no...no no no.

[Akijama]

‘Prometheus 2' Lands ‘Green Lantern’ Writer; May Feature Multiple Michael Fassbenders

After working with Ridley Scott on a new “Blade Runner” movie, veteran scribe Michael Green has been hired to rewrite the untitled “Prometheus” sequel for 20th Century Fox, TheWrap has learned.

Jack Paglen (“Transcendence”) wrote the original draft of the screenplay.

Multiple sources have told TheWrap that the “Untitled Ridley Scott Project” that 20th Century Fox announced it will release in March 2016 is “Prometheus 2,” although the film may not ultimately use that title. An insider told TheWrap that production is scheduled to start this fall, after Scott has delivered his Moses movie “Exodus” to Fox.

“Prometheus” served as an ‘unofficial’ prequel to Scott's seminal 1979 sci-fi movie “Alien,” and the sequel that Green will write aims to be much more “alien-y” and in line with the terrifying tone of past films in the franchise. Additionally, the sequel is expected to feature multiple ‘David’ androids, which means there will be more than one Michael Fassbender on screen at the same time, according to an individual familiar with the project.

20th Century Fox had no comment regarding the film's plot details or title.

“Prometheus” starred Noomi Rapace as Elizabeth Shaw, a God-fearing archaeologist tasked with finding the Engineers, an alien race that served as the architects of humanity. Fassbender co-starred as an android named David whose remains, by the end of the film, help sole human survivor Shaw launch an Engineer spacecraft bound for their home planet. The last shot featured an alien creature bursting out of an Engineer's chest, and a sequel will likely incorporate that terrifying development.

Green was hired to write “Blade Runner” back in May 2013 and he is currently finishing a polish of the script. While Alcon and Scott Free are keen to start production on that project, the “Prometheus” sequel is in first position for Scott. The sequel has become a priority project at Fox, as the first film grossed more than $400 million worldwide.

Green worked on “Smallville” and “Heroes” before he wrote “Green Lantern” for Warner Bros., which also hired him to pen “The Flash.” He's repped by WME, 3 Arts Entertainment and attorney Patti C. Felker.

http://www.thewrap.com/prometheus-2-...ers-exclusive/

[Edword]

[RandyK]

Can't wait.

[CHEЯNOБLY!]

Originally Posted by Akijama

Green worked on “Smallville” and “Heroes” before he wrote “Green Lantern” for Warner Bros., which also hired him to pen “The Flash.” He's repped by WME, 3 Arts Entertainment and attorney Patti C. Felker.

http://www.thewrap.com/prometheus-2-...ers-exclusive/

[Walts Ghost]

Originally Posted by CHEЯNOБLY!

A lot of people were responsible for 'Green Lantern', not just him. That film had four or five writers, and a lot of executive interference.

Either way, I look forward to this film. I liked the first, so I'm curious to see where the sequel goes.

[JeffTheMovieGuy]

I really enjoyed the film after the 2nd viewing and when I saw it at midnight in Imax 3d I think it sort of overwhelmed me that I was actually seeing a movie set in the Alien Universe in 3d.

So if you didn't like it I highly suggest you give the disc another spin.

[SammymeBlu]

:d

[JimShaw]

[CHEЯNOБLY!]

Originally Posted by Walts Ghost

A lot of people were responsible for 'Green Lantern', not just him. That film had four or five writers, and a lot of executive interference.

Either way, I look forward to this film. I liked the first, so I'm curious to see where the sequel goes.

I hope so. Prometheus is one of my favorite sci-fi/action flicks of recent years.

[X400]

Originally Posted by CHEЯNOБLY!

my thoughts exactly

whats wrong with Lindelof and Spaihts?

[wormraper]

at least no Lindelof... maybe the story will actually tie up loose ends instead of just starting new ones