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Swords and Space XI: Alien

19 Jun 2013 · AMDG 022 · Season 1

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This week on Swords and Space radio, we’ll discuss the classic and seminal science fiction/horror film, Alien. Directed by Ridley Scott and first shown in theatres in 1979, it has withstood the test of time and provides fodder for much interesting discussion. Aside from discussing its artistic merit, we’ll delve into some of the symbolism with reference to Dr. E Michael Jones’ work Monsters from the Id.

Join host Nicholas Wansbutter and guests Matthew Zepf and Jason Frazier  for this week’s discussion.

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Topics and guests

  • Alien
  • E. Michael Jones
  • film
  • Matthew Zepf
  • Monsters from the Id
  • Ridley Scott
  • sci-fi classic
  • Science Fiction

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