Part 9/12:
A Lack of Seriousness and Tone Mismatch
One of the most glaring issues is the tone. The Alien franchise is known for its serious, ominous mood—fear, tension, and a sense of helplessness. Alien Earth, however, indulges in awkward comedy, slapstick moments, and bizarre non-sequiturs that undermine any attempt at suspense.
Particularly egregious scenes include characters obliviously continuing a party amid the chaos of a spaceship crash, or soldiers and scientists standing idly by during moments of danger. The chaos and terror of alien encounters are undercut by scenes that seem like parody, with characters shrugging off alien threats with quips or inaction.