Alien: Earth Has A Shocking Number Of References To A Classic Fantasy Tale
This beloved fantasy tale is not only referenced directly in Alien: Earth, but it also has a larger thematic influence on the plot of the TV series.
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This beloved fantasy tale is not only referenced directly in Alien: Earth, but it also has a larger thematic influence on the plot of the TV series.
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