Memory: The Origins of Alien (2019) synopsis: “An in-depth voyage into the sci-fi film Alien (1979) with the visionary filmmakers who created it. See how one of the most terrifying movies of all time came to life 40 years ago, inspired by ancient mythology and our universal fears.”

Starring: Dan O'Bannon, Diane O'Bannon, Ridley Scott, and Ben Mankiewicz
Director: Alexandre O. Philippe

This week on Podcasting After Dark, Zak and Corey review Memory: The Origins of Alien! A documentary film that focuses less on the technical side of things and more on the philosophical side. Memory dives into Dan O’Bannon’s cinematic influences, Greek influences, and artistic influences to examine why Alien made such an impact on the cultural zeitgeist.

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