“The Crossing” is a prologue to the 2017 science-fiction film “Alien: Covenant.” Directed by Ridley Scott, the film takes place in the same universe as the “Alien” franchise and explores the origins of the xenomorph species.

The prologue begins with the character David (played by Michael Fassbender) from the previous film “Prometheus” aboard the Engineer ship, which he hijacks and takes to the home planet of the Engineers. There, he meets the sole surviving Engineer and engages in a conversation about the purpose of life and creation.

Overall, “The Crossing” is a visually stunning and thought-provoking piece of science fiction. The acting is top-notch, especially from Fassbender who delivers a captivating performance as the android David. The dialogue between David and the Engineer is philosophical and explores the themes of creation and purpose in a way that is both intriguing and unsettling.

However, the prologue is not without its flaws. The pacing can be slow at times, and the conversation between David and the Engineer may be too abstract for some viewers. Additionally, while the visuals are impressive, they do not quite match up to the level of detail and immersion of the original “Alien” films.

Overall, “The Crossing” is a worthy addition to the “Alien” franchise and sets up the events of “Alien: Covenant” in an interesting and engaging way. Fans of the series and science fiction enthusiasts will likely appreciate the philosophical musings and stunning visuals of this prologue.