Triplecast 015-”Alien Resurrection″
In this episode of Triplecast we wrap up our series on the Alien franchise with our review of Alien Resurrection. We’ll share our opinions on the acting, action sequences, character development and plot. We’ll also talk about things in this movie that might have hinted at future Joss Whedon ideas and projects such as Firefly. From the practicality of the story, to Winona Ryder’s role as an android and the evolution of the alien species, we’ve got it all covered and...
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In this episode of Triplecast we continue our series on the Alien franchise with our review of Alien 3. Will this David Fincher directed film live up to the standard we’ve seen in his films we’ve previously reviewed? We’ll reveal our thoughts on that topic as well as our thoughts on the acting, action sequences, character development and plot. We’ll also discuss whether or not the Alien franchise should have ended with this movie or if Alien Resurrection was a better...
Read MoreTriplecast 013-”Aliens”
In this episode of Triplecast we review the 1986 James Cameron directed action film, “Aliens.” We share our thoughts on the acting, action sequences, character development and story. We also discuss some of the other notable projects that this set of actors have done, how this movie might have shaped the role of women in Hollywood, and we see if Clint can get Darrell to believe just about anything. Send in your feedback and Triplecast ideas to 304-837-2278 or...
Read MoreTriplecast 012-Ridley Scott’s “Alien”
In this episode of Triplecast, we bring you our thoughts on Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror classic, “Alien.” “Alien” stars Sigourney Weaver in her iconic role as Ripley and Tom Skerritt as Dallas. We discuss the film’s impact on both the sci-fi and horror genres, the art and direction of the film, the special effects (and how they hold up to today’s standards), and our speculation on how this movie might tie in to the upcoming Alien movie,...
Read MoreTriplecast 011-Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator”
In this episode of Triplecast, we discuss Ridley Scott’s multi-Academy Award winning film, “Gladiator.” Gladiator stars Russell Crowe as Maximus, Joaquin Phoenix as Commodus, Connie Nelson as Lucilla, Oliver Reed as Proximo and Richard Harris as Marcus Aurelius. We talk about the impact this film had on other films of the era, the historical accuracy of the movie, and our usual discussions on the acting, style, music and directing. We also give our recommendations for...
Read MoreTriplecast 010-Ridley Scott’s “Blade Runner”
In this episode of Triplecast, we start a new set of podcasts focusing on Ridley Scott movies. We kick things off with “Blade Runner” (the Final Cut version), and we’ll follow it up with “Gladiator” in Triplecast episode 011 and “Alien” in Triplecast episode 012. “Blade Runner” is one of the most iconic sci-fi films of all time and is considered a masterpiece by many movie and sci-fi enthusiasts. We discuss our thoughts about the style and...
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