Back to the Big Screen with Spencer and Sophie
Back to the Big Screen is a cult and classic film podcast celebrating the movies that deserve another life in cinemas. Each episode, we revisit iconic titles — from overlooked gems to fan favourites — and explore why they still matter today. Even better? You can bring the films you love back to the big screen yourself through the Screenwave app, with screenings at The Backlot in Blackpool and Genesis Cinema in Whitechapel, London.
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Back to the Big Screen with Spencer and Sophie
Alien: In Space, No One Can Hear Our Podcast
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In this episode of Screenwave, we step aboard the Nostromo for a deep dive into Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror masterpiece Alien (1979).
Spencer and Sophie unpack the film’s terrifying tension, jaw-dropping visuals, and behind-the-scenes secrets. Expect trivia, games, and plenty of laughs as we explore the xenomorph’s legacy, Sigourney Weaver’s iconic debut, and why Alien still defines horror in space.
Plus, find out which drink Spencer pairs with the film and what the Reddit crowd really thinks of "chestbursters".
