https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactionsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactions#u52132Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:20:31 +0000Critics are divided over Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars following its August 28 release. While the movie has disappointed some reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes, its debut triggered a 268.5% increase in checkouts for the source novel. Scott continues to build a sci-fi presence with the upcoming Blade Runner 2099 and a confirmed Alien: Covenant sequel. Additionally, Noah Hawley's FX series Alien: Earth is currently in production for a second season, and the original Alien film returns to Netflix on September 1.Why it mattersScott has directed 30 movies throughout his ca https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactions#u50751Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:50:51 +0000Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars has disappointed critics on Rotten Tomatoes upon its August 28 release. While the film's debut drove a 268.5% increase in checkouts for the original book, early reactions remain polarized. Simultaneously, Scott is expanding his sci-fi portfolio with a confirmed sequel to Alien: Covenant and the upcoming Blade Runner 2099. His older works continue to see streaming success, including a trending revival of Raised by Wolves on Apple TV and the return of the original Alien to Netflix on September 1.Why it mattersScott has frequently blend https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ridley-scott-s-new-action-sci-fi-thriller-fiercely-divides-critics-in-first-reactions#u48690Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:11:05 +0000Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic action sci-fi thriller The Dog Stars has polarized critics in first reactions ahead of its August 28 release. The film features Josh Brolin, Guy Pearce, and Jacob Elordi, with the latter sharing scenes with a canine co-star named Rak. While some reactions are negative, the film's upcoming debut has triggered a 268.5% surge in checkouts for the original book. Scott has emphasized that optimism is essential to the narrative of the film.Why it mattersThe project marks Scott's return to the science fiction genre. It arrives as part of a competitive wi