EPISODE · Apr 26, 2022 · 59 MIN
Alien
from The Art of Costume Podcast · host Spencer Williams & Elizabeth Joy Glass | The Art of Costume
Happy Alien Day nerds! In this week’s episode, we go behind the wardrobe of Ridley Scott’s 1979, Alien. Listen along as our cohosts discuss the origins of Alien, the costume design by John Mollo, the creation of the Xenomorph suit, the twisted art of H.R. Giger, space cats, and our hero… Sigourney Weaver. This is Ripley, last survivor of the Nostromo, signing off. Consider supporting the podcast by becoming an official member of our Patreon! For our Patrons, we’ll be posting highlights, funny moments, and unheard bloopers. We’ll also be posting additional, special episodes just for Patreon members. Head to Patreon.com/TheArtOfCostume for all of the details. The Art of Costume Blogcast official merch store is now open! Go to TheArtOfCostume.com/PodStore where you can buy an awesome Blogcast shirt, print, coffee mug, and a whole host of other possibilities from TeePublic. We will be adding more designs as the podcast continues! Follow The Art of Costume Blogcast on Instagram at @TheArtofCostumePod. For more costume reviews, deep dives, and interviews, visit TheArtofCostume.com - a blog dedicated to highlighting the best in costume design!
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Happy Alien Day nerds! In this week’s episode, we go behind the wardrobe of Ridley Scott’s 1979, Alien. Listen along as our cohosts discuss the origins of Alien, the costume design by John Mollo, the creation of the Xenomorph suit, the twisted art of H.R. Giger, space cats, and our hero… Sigourney Weaver. This is Ripley, last survivor of the Nostromo, signing off. Consider supporting the podcast by becoming an official member of our Patreon! For our Patrons, we’ll be posting highlights, funny moments, and unheard bloopers. We’ll also be posting additional, special episodes just for Patreon members. Head to Patreon.com/TheArtOfCostume for all of the details. The Art of Costume Blogcast official merch store is now open! Go to TheArtOfCostume.com/PodStore where you can buy an awesome Blogcast shirt, print, coffee mug, and a whole host of other possibilities from TeePublic. We will be adding more designs as the podcast continues! Follow The Art of Costume Blogcast on Instagram at @TheArtofCostumePod. For more costume reviews, deep dives, and interviews, visit TheArtofCostume.com - a blog dedicated to highlighting the best in costume design!
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