Alien Minute

Marlon West returns to discuss dynamic pull backs, creaky aperture openings, and unclear plans. Permalink

Filmmaker Bruce Branit joins us one last time to talk about Ash's apathy, Ripley's Riker role, and the nature of character arcs in 70s cinema.Permalink

Today, Bruce Branit joins us again to talk about a frightened Parker, Dallas' plan, and a very odd line from Ash.Permalink

Today, Bruce Branit joins us again to talk about a frightened Parker, Dallas' plan, and a very odd line from Ash.Permalink

Bruce Branit returns as we bid a sad farewell to Brett and finally say hello to that beautiful Alien. Permalink

Bruce Branit is back to discuss googly-eyed POV shots, Psycho-like shower scenes, and Star Wars Special Edition-level missteps in the Director's Cut. Permalink

Filmmaker Bruce Branit joins us to talk about ceremonial dolly shots, rattly chains, and an unapologetically drunk Harry Dean Stanton. Permalink

Jason Heck finishes off his week by talking about dumb decisions, double cat scares, and the transgressive pleasures of horror.Permalink

We've got Jason Heck back in the booth to discuss tension-releasing laughter, certain details in the set design, and disorientingly ambiguous POV shots.Permalink

Mr. Heck returns to talk about big numbers, color design, and the anxiety that comes from untrustworthy technology. Permalink