Twenty-nine pages of Dan O'Bannon's original script from 1971 provide insight into the creation of Ridley Scott's 1979 science fiction film.
“Before Alien, there was Starbeast. Before Starbeast, there was… Memory.”
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Twenty-nine pages of Dan O'Bannon's original script from 1971 provide insight into the creation of Ridley Scott's 1979 science fiction film.
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Synopsis
Alexandre O. Philippe's documentary features screenwriter Dan O'Bannon, who penned the original script for Alien in 1971. The film investigates the influences behind Ridley Scott's 1979 classic, including the works of Francis Bacon and elements of Greek mythology. It presents original story notes, rejected designs, and behind-the-scenes footage, illustrating the collaborative nature of filmmaking. The documentary also discusses how these diverse inspirations contributed to the film's lasting impact on the science fiction horror genre.
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The GuardianFrancis Bacon, Greek myth and unsung script hero Dan O’Bannon are given their due in this richly obsessive film about the making of a sci-fi classic.
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Why Watch
- See original story notes and designs from Alien's creation.
- Find out how Francis Bacon influenced the Alien franchise.
- Meet Dan O'Bannon, the unsung hero behind Alien's script.
Did You Know
- The film holds an 81% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 80 reviews.
- Dan O'Bannon's original script for Memory was 29 pages long.
- Philippe announced the documentary while promoting his 2017 film 78/52.
- The documentary was nominated for Audience Awards at two film festivals.
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Who directed Memory: The Origins of Alien?
Memory: The Origins of Alien was directed by Alexandre O. Philippe.
What was the original title of Dan O'Bannon's script for Alien?
Dan O'Bannon's original title for the script was Memory.
What is the approval rating of Memory: The Origins of Alien on Rotten Tomatoes?
The film holds an approval rating of 81% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 80 reviews.
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