The original Alien Nation is one of the forgotten classics of 1980s science fiction. By fusing buddy cop tropes with science fiction elements, director Graham Baker and writer Rockne S. O’Bannon crafted a classic story of mystery and intrigue that explored the topic of racism in a way that was unique for its time. Its themes are especially relevant today, which is part of the reason why it made sense when it was announced that 20th Century Fox was planning a remake from director Jeff Nichols (Loving).
Nichols has been making quite the impression on cinema in recent years with films like Midnight Special and Mud. His indie acclaim ...
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