In this episode, the whole gang gets together to reinvestigate the original Alien trilogy through the lens of Survival, Rescue and Grief. Why do the first three films resonate so deeply all these years later? Was it just about the characters or something more? Join Patrick, Jaime, Andie, Perry, Xander, Adam and Holden as we explore the many themes presented in the films. It's a fun and contemplative ride.
Interviewing Aileen Wu (Navarro in Alien: Romulus)
How often do you get to hear directly from an actor who got to be facehugged? In today's episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Andie get the full download from the wonderful actor Aileen Wu, whose performance as Navarro is a real highlight of this fascinating movie.
Aileen talks about building her character, getting to know her ship (and her crewmates), how that majestic chestbursting sequence came to life, and so much more. Aileen was an absolute delight to talk to, and we're so excited to share this interview with you all.
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ALIEN: Romulus Sequel Roundtable Discussion
In this episode, the whole gang sits down to discuss the news of a sequel to ALIEN: Romulus being green-lit by 20th Century Studios, as well as what Ridley Scott's cryptic comments on his own Alien sequel might be. We are pleased to announce that Holden Wilhoite has joined Perfect Organism Podcast as a full time team member and a contributing host. Sit back, relax and listen as Jaime, Patrick, Perry, Andie, Xander, Adam and Holden jump right into what the future could be. This is an exciting time to be a fan, and we hope you stay with us.
I'll Come Back For You: Ten Years of Isolation Part Four
Creative Assembly’s announcement of an official AAA-level sequel to Alien: Isolation was an unforgettable moment for fans around the world who’ve spent the last decade clamoring for a follow-up to the greatest Alien game ever made. In today’s episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Perry are joined once again by the always wonderful Adam Zeller of AvP Galaxy to discuss this news in depth.
What does Creative Assembly need to nail? What storylines might this game follow? What kind of development timelines might we be looking at? Tune in for our thoughts on all this and a lot more, as we continue our ten-year anniversary celebration of Alien: Isolation.
A Perfect Organism News Update // Alien Romulus Is Getting A Sequel // Reviewing Alien: Rogue Incursion
A Perfect Organism Podcast News Update! In this 30 minute update, Patrick & Jaime talk about Alien: Rogue Incursion and what to expect when the game releases and thengo on to talk about the Alien: Romulus sequel news that had been confirmed last week.
258 // Talking All Things Alien: Rogue Incursion With Survios
We're just two months away from the December 19th release date of the highly anticipated Alien: Rogue Incursion, the first-ever Alien VR title. Starring fan-favorite Zula Hendricks (and Davis 01!), Rogue Incursion is shaping up to be, well ... a game changer!
In this extensive roundtable interview, Jaime and Patrick chat with TQ Jefferson (Survios' CPO), Alex White (Rogue Incursion's writer), and Tate Mosesian (Studio Art Director) about Rogue Incursion's story, design, gameplay, and tons more.
Make sure you preorder Alien: Rogue Incursion here, if you haven't already!
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257 // Designing Fear | A Conversation with Alien Romulus Creature Designer Dane Hallett
How do you design something that can scare audiences in a society that's seen almost everything? That was the gauntlet before Alien Romulus conceptual designer Dane Hallett and director Fede Alvarez. Join us as we discuss the process of creating something unique and terrifying for the latest Alien film with master artist Dane Hallett and a new guest on the show, Holden Wilhoite.
ALIEN: ISOLATION IS GETTING A SEQUEL!!
This is a huge day for fandom, and we're here with a minisode to mark the occasion. Much, MUCH more to come.
256 // Interviewing Lee Gilmore, Supervising Sound Editor for Alien: Romulus
We often talk about how gorgeous the Alien films look. How lived-in they feel, how great the ship designs are, how iconic the creatures have become. But so much of what makes the Alien Saga special isn't visual at all: it's what they sound like.
In today's episode, Jaime, Patrick, Christian, and Adam chat with Lee Gilmore, Alien: Romulus' Supervising Sound Editor, about the huge honor—and challenge—of adding to that rich sonic history with this new film.
Wondering how they got the Corbelan IV to sound so real? How they managed to make the xenomorph's iconic scream feel more terrifying than ever? Join as as Lee takes us on a journey through the amazing sound design of Alien: Romulus.
Echo Probe concept art by Pablo Dominguez.
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255 // Interviewing Fede ALVAREZ (Part Two)
We last spoke with Fede Alvarez, director of Alien: Romulus, shortly before the film premiered. Now that it's been out a few weeks, we circled back with Fede to ask A LOT of questions about it!
254 // Plagiarus Praepotens: A Conversation with Novelist Alex White
In this exciting episode, novelist Alex White (Alien: The Cold Forge, Alien: Into Charybdis, Alien: Rogue Incursion) talk with Perfect Organism about their material showing up in the new and exciting film Alien Romulus. We are also joined by Alien versus Predatory Galaxy's Adam Zeller. Join us for this intense and satisfying discussion!
253 // Alien: Romulus Full Spoiler Roundtable Review (Featuring YOU!)
Alien: Romulus has officially been out for just over a week, and we are finally ready to dive in headfirst with this MONSTER of an episode. The PO Team is joined by Micah Greene (Shoulder of Orion), Dave Gogel (The Xenomorphing Podcast), and Mario Benvenuto (WiredWorkshop) (as well as FIFTEEN(!) listener call-ins) to digest and discuss their feelings about this new entry into Alien history.
It has been a historic summer. We're so grateful to have shared this experience with you, our Alien Family, all over the world.
SPOILERS AHEAD!
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252 // ALIEN: Uncivil War | Interviewing Author Brendan Deneen
Christian, Patrick & Jaime were thrilled to sit down with ALIEN: Uncivil War author Brendan Deneen as he discusses his newest book and another great entry into the Titan series.
Uncivil War is available in stores now.
Our official Alien: Romulus spoiler review is live!
Check it out on our Reviews page!
251 // ALIEN: Romulus Raw Reaction Mini-sode
The team at Perfect Organism Podcast are just out from our group viewing of Alien Romulus and we wanted to share our raw thoughts on the film with everyone.
There will be more to come. Stay tuned!
250 // Interviewing the Team Behind Alien: Rogue Incursion
A highlight of our time at San Diego Comic-Con was getting to spend a lovely afternoon chatting with the team working on Alien: Incursion, an upcoming VR game starring Zula Hendricks written by fan-favorite Alex White.
The game is slated to drop this coming holiday season, so be sure to sign up for updates: https://alienrogueincursion.com/
Thanks to Survios for giving us the inside scoop on this exciting new entry into Alien fandom!
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249 // Interviewing Fede Alvarez, Director of Alien: Romulus
Perfect Organism is thrilled to present this in-depth interview with Fede Alvarez. Conducted in person at San Diego Comic-Con, this interview covers many angles of the film that passionate Alien fans are hungry for. Fede was gracious, hilarious, and deeply insightful, and we are so proud to bring you this inside look at Alien: Romulus.
As always, this is a spoiler-free episode.
Interlude music in this episode is from Benjamin Wallfisch's score for Invisible Man.
248 // Alien: Romulus Hopes & Fears Roundtable (Featuring YOU!)
We are exactly ONE MONTH away from the release of Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus, and the excitement in fandom is at a fever pitch. On today's roundtable, we're getting into what we, as an Alien Fandom, are feeling in this moment.
We've received a ton of fantastic call-ins in preparation for today's episode, and we're proud to feature YOUR voices alongside our own. So after the PO Team finishes our reflections, stick around to hear your own voices at the end of the show!
To read Fede Alvarez and Cailee Speany's interview with Cinemateaser (translated into English by Thibaut Claudel, Writer & Narrative Designer of Aliens: Dark Descent), please visit our website: https://bit.ly/46o4tDH
247 // Building A Believable World: Constructing The Nostromo with Roger Christian
In this episode, Christian, Patrick and Jaime sit down with Academy Award-winning artist Roger Christian to discuss his work building interiors for the Nostromo. Roger takes us on a wonderful journey beginning with his start in the industry, collecting scraps from airplane yards to build what would become one of the most iconic sets in cinema history and so much more. This was a wonderful discussion and we hope you enjoy.
246 // You're Becoming Hysterical: Ten Years of Isolation Part Three
One of the most iconic new elements introduced by Alien: Isolation ten years ago—at least judging by how often it's been referenced in the expanded universe and fan art—is the Working Joe.
Unlike their Hyperdyne competitors, Seegson Synthetics' androids are ... rudimentary, to put it mildly. Not only are they utilitarian and cheap, they are outright dangerous. Hilarious as they are terrifying, Working Joes are a major element of any Isolation playthrough.
On today's episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Christian are joined by our friend Adam Zeller of Alien vs. Predator Galaxy and first-time guest Matt Savage (Concept Designer for a little film you might've heard of called Alien: Romulus).
Make sure you follow Matt on IG at mattsav.concept, and be sure to subscribe to the AvP Galaxy Podcast if you haven't already!