It’s quite frequent for movies to share connections, whether through direct crossovers or subtle references. For instance, think about Transformers and G.I. Joe, Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction, Split and Unbreakable – these are all instances where they link up. However, when it comes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), fans get particularly excited, especially if there’s a hint that one of its movies could be connected to a film completely outside the franchise. In 2017, this excitement was palpable when the trailer for Life was released, and sharp-eyed Marvel enthusiasts spotted something strangely reminiscent. For a while, it was rumored that Life might actually be a prequel to Venom, which was slated for release the next year.
The film can be described as an exhilarating sci-fi mystery, featuring Ryan Reynolds, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Rebecca Ferguson in the main roles. The story unfolds in the setting of the International Space Station, where the protagonists stumble upon a Martian soil sample housing a fast-evolving single-celled organism. Initially, they are intrigued by this discovery, observing its development. However, things take an ominous turn when the organism starts behaving dangerously, posing threats not only to the astronauts but also to life on Earth. At first glance, it might seem like another typical alien-life thriller. But a Reddit post ignited a flurry of intriguing theories.
In one of the previews for ‘Life’, there’s a scene where people on Earth gaze up at the sky in astonishment, reminiscent of a shot from ‘Spider-Man 3’ (2007), directed by Sam Raimi. Coincidentally, ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ (2017) was also playing in cinemas around the same time, adding fuel to the intrigue. While it didn’t have a direct link, this parallel drew many viewers into lively discussions about potential connections. The online community went wild with theories, even comparing it to the unexpected twists in M. Night Shyamalan’s movies. One Reddit user expressed their thoughts: “Wow, that makes sense! After ‘Split’, anything is possible.
In what way does this connect to the 2018 movie “Venom”? Well, Marvel enthusiasts are well-aware of the link between the alien symbiote and Spider-Man, as it originates from the comics and was hinted at in the post-credits scene of “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021). In the comic book storyline “Secret Wars,” Venom bonds with Peter Parker, turning his suit black and affecting his personality. Subsequently, the symbiote departs from Peter and attaches itself to Eddie Brock instead.
As a movie enthusiast, I was genuinely intrigued by the release of Life, given that Spider-Man 3 followed a similar narrative. Notably, the Cloverfield series had already pulled off the unexpected move of releasing a film under a different title before revealing its connection to a larger storyline. So, it wasn’t too far-fetched for fans to speculate whether this pattern could repeat itself. After all, Marvel Studios is renowned for keeping secrets and delivering jaw-dropping surprises – and at the time Life was released, they were preparing to leave everyone speechless with Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame.
Additionally, we have Sony Pictures, the creators of the Spider-Man series as well as the film Life. To add to this, the screenwriters, Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese (who penned Deadpool in 2016), were initially commissioned by Sony to work on a Venom spinoff. Although that film didn’t come to fruition, fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe have been concocting plausible theories. In an interview with ComicBook, when asked about it, the writers playfully responded, “Yes, we are linked to Venom! We are essentially setting up a prequel for Venom!
It’s clear they were merely playing around with speculation, neither confirming nor denying at first. However, as time passed, the truth emerged: The Life trailer and Spider-Man 3 clip were not part of some mysterious MCU link; instead, it was simply a case of Hollywood recycling generic footage. It might sound unbelievable, but this practice is common in the industry. Why film extras staring at the sky when you already have an ideal shot stored away? In the long run, that scene didn’t even end up in the final cut of Life – it seems to have been a clever strategy to enhance the trailer’s appeal and draw attention.
Ultimately, the entire rumor served as unexpected advertising for “Venom,” propelling it to become the top-earning film in Sony’s “Spider-Man” side series with a global gross of $856 million. In hindsight, the storyline of “Life” could have functioned as a prelude to the villain’s origins, and although that would have been a mind-blowing twist, it remains one of the most entertaining and legendary rumors associated with the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Life is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
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2025-03-23 04:40