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Episode 93 : ALIENS
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We’re back! And with an epic sequel which rivals its predecessor — James Cameron’s ALIENS. Though considered one of the best sequels of all-time, the road to fruition for this marvelously monstrous tour de force was a battle from start to finish. Stop your grinnin’ & drop you linen because this backstory has as many bumps in the road as the film itself!
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//***Discussions include***\\
Why an ALIEN sequel took so long, James Cameron’s methodical scriptwriting & becoming the director for ALIENS; struggle with studio over the film’s star & producer, Sigourney Weaver & Gale Anne Hurd, budgetary constraints; thematic elements, overall vibe, visual concepts & differences from the original film; using a pre-selected British production crew, difficulties, disagreements & disrespect; creating a world with matte paintings, miniatures, mechanical, visual & in-camera special effects; ensemble cast breakdown, training & futuristic weapons; the nightmarish film score situation; release of the film, recognition & extended cut.
Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, Carrie Henn, Bill Paxton, Lance Henriksen & Paul Reiser star in ALIENS (1986). Directed by James Cameron.
//***Picks of the Week***\\
- Lindsay’s Pick: DEATH AND THE MAIDEN (1994). Sigourney Weaver, Ben Kingsley, Stuart Wilson /// Directed by Roman Polanski.
- Justin’s Pick: RAMBO: FIRST BLOOD PART II (1985). Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Charles Napier, Steve Berkoff /// Directed by George P. Cosmatos.
//***MurrayMoment***\\
Behind the scenes of Sigourney Weaver’s final day of shooting on GHOSTBUSTERS II & Bill’s playful razzing of his beloved co-star.
//***Final Thoughts on ALIENS, plus ALIEN 3 (extended cut), ALIEN: RESURRECTION & further lineage discussion.***\\
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