In this interview for Alien: Covenant, actress Katherine Waterston, who plays the role of Covenant crew member Daniels, discusses her experience working with renowned director Ridley Scott, whom she says really appreciates what actors bring to the film. She then goes on to describe how Ridley’s vision for the Alien world and its characters makes the franchise so unique. Moving on to talk about her character, Daniels, Katherine describes how her character’s journey of self-discovery as an interesting one, where she is ultimately tested on whether she can be a survivor. 

Alien: Covenant opens in theatres May 19, 2017.