About this episode

The episode discusses the film 'Alien' and its impact on science fiction cinema, featuring guest Rachel A. Rosen.

Back in 1979 the world was introduced to Sigourney Weaver. OK - Sigourney did appear in a non-speaking role, briefly, in the movie Annie Hall two years previously. But the film that launched her incredible career was a little film called "Alien." Most people include Alien in their top ten list of science fiction films. The film is considered a classic, and both Troy and David had Alien in their top ten science fiction films of all time. A lot of the credit can go to the director, Ridley Scott, and to the screenplay, the alien design (thanks to H.R. Giger), the alien effects, the sets, the music, sound design, a whole host of things. But perhaps first among the many things that make this film great is the cast. The cast is incredible. Everyone is brilliant in their roles. Primarily we look to the character Ellen Ripley, a Warrant Officer and second in command of the Nostromo. Ellen Ripley was played by Sigourney Weaver. Rachel A. Rosen is the guest for this two-part episode that looks at two films starring Sigourney Weaver. PT. 1 Troy and David and Rachel look at the movie Alien, including their first experiences seeing it, their favorite moments, the lasting impact of the movie…

People in this episode

Hosts: Troy, David

Guest: Rachel A. Rosen

Topics covered

• Sigourney Weaver
• Alien
• science fiction films
• film analysis
• movie impact

Keywords

• Alien
• Sigourney Weaver
• Ridley Scott
• science fiction
• film analysis

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ridley Scott, H.R. Giger

Books & works: Alien, Galaxy Quest, Annie Hall

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