Dial 'R' for Romulusness

The latest instalment of the Alien franchise skilfully mimics the look, feel and tone of the originals without importing any of the substance

*Captain’s Log*

Welcome to the 25 Colonial Marines who signed up for this spaceship since last week’s post. As a reward, I’ve arranged for you to receive some black goo from the Weyland Corporation.

Double screening at my local cinema on Friday evening: Alien: Romulus, followed by a late-night showing of Blue Velvet. (Confectionary: Three beers, a small …