From the Archive: Alien (1979)

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From the Archive: Alien (1979)

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Apr 24, 2024

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Adam and Josh's 2019 conversation about Ridley Scott's "Alien," which is being re-released on April 26 ("Alien Day") for its 45 anniversary.
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From the Archive: Alien (1979)

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