Phones ringing in Alien: Romulus, a nod to Alien: Isolation's legacy

Fede Álvarez pays homage to Alien: Isolation by strategically placing emergency telephones throughout the new movie.

In the latest installment of the Alien franchise, Alien: Romulus, director Fede Álvarez has woven a subtle yet significant homage to the acclaimed video game, Alien: Isolation. He achieves this by incorporating emergency telephones throughout the movie, mirroring their role as save points in the game.

Álvarez recognized the tension and dread associated with these phones in Alien: Isolation, where players would anticipate a terrifying encounter whenever they spotted one. He has strategically placed similar phones in Romulus, signaling to the audience that something horrifying is about to unfold.

This clever reference not only pays tribute to a beloved video game but also adds a layer of suspense and anticipation to the film. Fans of Alien: Isolation will undoubtedly appreciate this nod, while those unfamiliar with the game can still experience the chilling effect of these strategically placed phones.

Early reviews suggest that Álvarez has crafted a worthy addition to the Alien franchise with Romulus. The movie, which releases this Friday, August 16th, may finally break the series' decades-long streak of disappointing sequels.

If you haven't yet experienced the masterful horror of Alien: Isolation, now's the perfect time. It's currently available at a massive 80% discount on various platforms.