However, the relative modernity of this technology changes from movie to movie.
James Camerons sequel features higher-spec technology, whileAlien 3reverts to a grimier, less glamorous vision of the future.
To make things more confusing, Ridley Scotts prequels change this setup entirely.
While the characters ofPrometheusutilize state-of-the-art technology, Aliens working-class stiffs are saddled with subpar equipment.
Thus,Ridley ScottsAlienprequelsfeature better funding for tech.
It makes sense for Peter Weyland to spare no expense when constructing the titular Prometheus.
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As such, it makes sense for Peter Weyland to spare no expense when constructing the titular vessel.
As such, the movies protagonists enjoy lavish living quarters and state-of-the-art equipment.
The fact that bothAliensandAlien: Romulusutilize the same clunky, retro-futuristic technology reaffirms this reality.
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This is the angle thatAliens prequel director Ridley Scottwent with when asked about the issue by theBBCin 2012.
PromotingPrometheus, Scott was asked to account for the difference in technology between the original movie and its prequel.
Scott has a good point, since bothAlienandPrometheustake place well into the future and light-years away from Earth.
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Source:BBC
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