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Alien Romulus (ft. Joshua Rivera)

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Navigating Representation in the Alien Franchise

This chapter critically examines the representation of characters in the Alien franchise, particularly focusing on the first Black Android and themes of race and colonialism in the latest film. The speakers express disappointment in the underdevelopment of characters and the prevalence of corporate narratives over substantive storytelling. Additionally, they discuss the evolution of the franchise, reflecting on past films while contemplating the future and potential directions for upcoming installments.

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