Thanks Willie, that Hitler critique was great fun! And Gavin Rothery's blog was perhaps one of the most perceptive summaries I've read and, coming from someone involved in film making, he manages to put his finger exactly on most of the issues that flaw the film for him professionally.
This is has just been put into Wikepedia.
"In June 2012, Lindelof stated that while plot elements were deliberately left unresolved so that they could be answered in a sequel, he and Scott thoroughly discussed what should be resolved so that Prometheus could stand alone, as a sequel was not guaranteed.[198] Further detailing his sequel concept, Scott stated that it would follow Shaw to her next destination, "because if it is paradise, paradise can not be what you think it is. Paradise has a connotation of being extremely sinister and ominous." Lindelof cast doubt on his participation stating "if [Scott] wants me to be involved in something, that would be hard to say no to. At the same time, I do feel like [Prometheus] might benefit from a fresh voice or a fresh take or a fresh thought."[199]"
If there was any a reason needed NOT to hire Lindelof may I present exhibit (A), his own statement. Can't he make his mind up or give a straight answer to anything?
Also I'm getting rather worried about Sir Ridley. The dictionary definition of Paradise is 1.Heaven 2. Eden 3.A region or state of supreme bliss. Putting "NOT" infront or "LOST" behind it is probably what you're trying to say SR, unless you're going all biblical on us again with snakes and apples. If I were at FOX I'd be pressing the panic button on the Bladerunner 2 script and budget roundabout now.
There is also a theory being touted around that Vickers is an android. I would point out that it is highly unlikely, given that David would have had two years to find out by peeking at her med stats and dreams.But perhaps Androids do dream of Electric Sheep? And we are back to Bladerunner.