Alien Invasion exhibition

26 June 2010 until 23 January 2011, at the City Museum and Records Office

Plus free lecture Programme
Don’t miss these fascinating talks to accompany the Alien Invasion exhibition. There is no need to pre-book but please come early to ensure your place. See events page for further details.

Saturday 20 November
What’s out there? Has Science Fiction got it right or wrong?
An expert panel discussion.
2.00pm – 3.30pm

Saturday 27 November
Sci Fi Sounds and the Music Scene
Dr Dave Allen explores the influence of science fiction on popular music.
2.00pm – 3.30pm

Saturday 4th December
Science Fiction Culture: How Star Trek Changed the World
Dr Lincoln Geraghty looks at the impact of science fiction films.
2.00pm – 2.45pm. Followed by:
Sexy Cyborgs and Macho Moms: exploring women in contemporary science fiction.
Dr. Trudy Barber looks at the ‘Female Cyborg’ This talk has lots of interesting visuals containing some mild erotic imagery.
3.00pm – 3.45pm

Saturday 11 December
Robotics Today; How Far from the Fiction?
The Electronics and Computer Engineering Department of the University of Portsmouth show how real robots of present and future compare to those of science fiction.
Starts at 2.00pm

Alien Invasion

Ever wondered how thrilling it would be to come face-to-face with a Martian? Or how about Darth Vader, or even The Predator?
Well, visitors will find out when they attend the remarkable one-off "Alien Invasion" exhibition, which brings together an army of famous - and infamous - aliens, monsters, props and costumes from some of Hollywood's biggest sci-fi blockbusters.

The collection of fabulous movie props and costumes is guaranteed to scare - and thrill. On show are a number of creatures from the massive hit Aliens, which starred Sigourney Weaver. And it's not just the ordinary aliens; visitors will have the opportunity to get close to the queen alien and the terrifying "face hugger" - if they dare.

And not to be left out, Predator (above) is also a favourite of the exhibition. He's not pretty!

However, full size Martians from Mars Attacks and the horrific alien host from the X-files movie aside, there are some cute aliens, too. The cuddly Ewok will be there along with Jawas, Yoda and Chewbacca from Star Wars. But be warned, there is also an early Darth Vader costume and a storm trooper or two hanging around. Though Marvin the Martian should keep things in order.

Star attraction has to be the massive transporter spaceship model from the opening scene of the Lost In Space movie (below).

This exhibition has created a huge wave of interest wherever it's been. Thousands have flocked to see the costumes and props from the big sci-fi productions. We expect people to be equally enthralled and perhaps a little frightened! Staring into The Predator's eyes is an unsettling experience!

 

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