Have you been absolutely loving Monster Mania May? We know you are, which is why we’re continuing our themed lineup with one of the most iconic creature features of all time: Alien (1979). That’s right, it’s the Ridley Scott genre-defining original that sparked a whole film franchise and launched Ellen Ripley into final girl fame. And with a new TV series on the horizon, one thing is certain—this classic is still very much in the cultural zeitgeist. On a new episode of Why the Flick?, we’re tackling our fears of deep space while exploring every moment that has us saying ooh and eww. From the legendary xenomorph design to the unforgettable chestburster scene, it’s a film that’s sick in more ways than one. So come along for the ride as we make Star Wars connections, debate Mother vs ChatGPT, and unpack the KY jelly of it all.
Resources
https://marygabriellestrause.medium.com/final-girl-and-ridley-scott-s-alien-74f5738d7dab
https://screenrant.com/alien-geiger-practical-effects-xenomorphs-scary/
https://alltherightmovies.com/feature/the-creation-of-the-alien/
https://www.cbr.com/alien-xenomorph-weyland-yutani/
https://www.slashfilm.com/1441564/alien-alternate-ending-disturbing-explained/