Episode

401 - Alien (1979)

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CineNation
Published
Apr 30, 2026
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7300
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Summary

"In space, no one can hear you scream." For Episode 401, Brandon and Thomas conclude CineNation's series on Alien movies with Ridley Scott's ALIEN. Listen as they discuss Roy O'Bannon's journey writing the movie, how the failed production of Jodorowsky's Dune impacted the film, which directors were offered the director's chair before Scott, which up and coming A-List actress was considered for Ripley, how they created the film's incredible sets, the shocking reactions audiences and critics had to the film, and so much more! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive movie content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Opening - Brandon Watched Project Hail Mary (00:00:10) Recap of the Alien Genre (00:09:49) Intro to Alien (00:14:01) How Alien Got to Production (00:24:07) Favorite Scenes (00:41:34) On Set Life - (01:13:34) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:28:47) What Worked and What Didn't (01:40:00) Film Facts (01:43:37) Awards (01:45:43) Final Questions on the Movie (01:50:12) Final Genre Questions (01:54:16) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:59:34) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast