#158 - Alien: Romulus - Badass Women, Practical Effects, and the Legacy of Horror

The Cinedicate: Film & TV Podcast

In this thrilling episode of The Cinedicate, host Armand and guest Pete dive deep into the spine-chilling world of "Alien: Romulus." They uncover how practical effects and a towering actor brought the iconic creature to life, discuss the film's return to its horror roots under the masterful direction of Fede Álvarez, and debate the franchise's journey through aliens, androids, and corporate greed. With spirited discussions on inclusivity, cinematic history, and poignant critiques of sequels like "Alien Covenant," this episode is an unmissable deep dive for any sci-fi horror aficionado. From facehugger symbolism to explosive 4DX experiences, join Armand and Pete for a pulse-pounding exploration of what makes "Alien: Romulus" a modern masterpiece.

What to expect from this episode:

- An in-depth discussion on "Alien Romulus," highlighting its return to the horror roots of the franchise and the impressive practical effects involving a 7-foot-7 actor.

- A critical examination of the evolution and thematic elements across the "Alien" series, including inclusivity, corporate greed, and the symbolic nature of iconic scenes like the facehugger attack.

- Personal insights and humorous anecdotes from Armand and Pete on their experiences with the franchise, including 4DX theater effects and character comparisons, culminating in recommendations for fans and newcomers alike.

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:30: What draws us towards Alien

11:12: Why Prometheus alienated general audiences.

16:04: Alien sized plot holes.

21:58: Alien: Romulus First Impressions.

24:03: Evils of Weyland-Yutani.

31:50: Subverting expectations.

37:26: Does this film lack originality?

43:34: How Alien: Romulus and Prometheus are similar.

49:29: Replicating the original Alien horror.

52:09: Favorite Alien films.

57:42: Easter Eggs.

01:05:07: Facehuggers.

01:11:25: AVP set in WWI.

01:13:43: Hunter becomes hunted and Outro.

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