In this episode of R Rating, we’re heading deep into space to revisit one of the most influential sci-fi horror films ever made — Ridley Scott’s Alien.
We break down what makes Alien such a masterpiece — from its slow-burn tension and groundbreaking creature design to Sigourney Weaver’s iconic performance as Ellen Ripley. We’ll talk about how Alien redefined both horror and science fiction, set a new standard for practical effects, and created a cinematic universe that continues to inspire filmmakers today.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Alien franchise or discovering it for the first time, this episode dives into its themes of survival, corporate greed, isolation, and fear of the unknown — and why it still holds up decades later.
Join the R Rating crew for an in-depth, spoiler-filled conversation that celebrates one of the greatest horror movies ever made.
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Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Mongoolie's Movie Madhouse
- (00:00:19) - Rating The Franchise
- (00:00:58) - Alien: 1979
- (00:03:41) - How To Survive The Nostromo
- (00:05:30) - The Nostromo vs The Discovery
- (00:09:47) - Alien Background
- (00:11:33) - Alien: Covenant Deja Vu
- (00:12:18) - The Alien Ship Scene
- (00:16:54) - The Face Hugger
- (00:18:00) - Ash Evil Dead: No Trigger Warnings
- (00:20:29) - The Franchise: In the Elevator
- (00:22:19) - Alien 2: A Feminist Film
- (00:25:20) - Chess Bro's Chest Burster Scene
- (00:26:50) - Alien: The Face Hugger
- (00:30:10) - The Soundscape In 'The Return'
- (00:35:00) - Star Wars: The Next Generation
- (00:37:52) - The Alternate Future of 1979
- (00:39:21) - The Predator: Into The Dark
- (00:42:45) - The R rating for 'Hellboy'
- (00:44:08) - Re-Watching The Android
- (00:46:00) - Black Box Review
- (00:49:22) - Final Scores For Alien
- (00:50:49) - Alien (2019) Review
- (00:52:22) - Alien Final Score
- (00:52:59) - Star Wars: The Last Jedi Review
- (00:54:04) - The cast and crew in this one
- (00:55:11) - The Return of the Planet
- (00:56:04) - Ranking The Alien Franchise So Far
- (00:59:20) - REVIEW OF ALIEN
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