In which Duncan (of Tronologically Speaking) and I discuss whaliens, good directors getting away with bad behaviour, and I deliver my very best David Lynch impression.
Covenant Minute 17
Covenant Minute 16
In which I am joined by Duncan Shields of Tronologically Speaking to explore our bottomless contempt for Ridley Scott, as well as discuss the belligerence and incompetence of his characters.
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Covenant Minute 15
In which I discuss the inspirations for Walter, the ELIZA effect, and anticipating dangers from space.
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In which I discuss Oram, Ridley Scott’s cinematography, and compare this scene between film, book and script.
Alien Day Special 2021
Join Clara of Studio Yutani and I as we dissect every iteration of Alien 3 in an attempt to find a version of the film that might have been as well received as its predecessors.
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In which I discuss the ways we remember the dead across cultures, and how reflections, photographs and videos have changed the way we perceive ourselves, other people and time itself.
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In which I discuss the importance of supporting characters, the benefits of viewing nature, and just what the hell is a Covenant anyway?
Continue reading “Covenant Minute 12”Covenant Minute: Alien vs Predator Special
In a special bonus episode Simon Haynes of 60 Seconds to Comply and I review Paul W S Anderson’s seminal classic, Alien vs Predator
Theme song:
Alien vs Predator Rap- Team Headkick
Covenant Minute 11
Covenant Minute 10
In which I discuss Craig Green’s costumes, anti-gravity and read from the novelisation.
