Author: Lee Carilli

ALIEN: Film Analysis Part 1 – Writing and AI

Alien is replete with philosophical and literary concepts. While the action scenes of Alien are intoxicating, the underlying elements present something much more profound. Man sees himself as the top of the food chain on Earth. The film overwhelms the viewer with a compelling sense of inadequacy, and that in fact, the food chain may continue onward and that humans might be prey rather than just predators. Is it only by sheer luck or human ingenuity that Ridley was the last “creature” standing?

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STAR WARS – PADME AMIDALA COSTUME

Rubie’s presents this amazing reproduction of Luke’s mother’s outfit from Episode 2, ATTACK OF THE CLONES. Create your own planet Geonosis in your basement, and help Anakin rescue Obi-Wan. Do so in sexy style, and and get ready marriage to Anakin… and of course your honeymoon on Naboo!

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STAR TREK – TAO OF SPOCK PLAYING CARDS

Aquarius makes this super cool TAO OF SPOCK playing card set! Open your spirit to the witticisms and words of wisdom of Spock, everyone’s favorite Vulcan. This otherworldly deck features multiple images of the son of Sarek, along with quips and quotes from Star Trek’s science officer. Not buying this set would quite Illogical.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY – ALIEN SHIP MODEL

Aliens are taking down the Communication Network! And they’re all flying these attack ships controlled by a central nervous system from space! Fire up your model ship, featuring its ultrametallic finish, and enjoy some missions on your PC with a 3.5″ disc that comes with the package (although you may need a primitive earthling computer to run it!)

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INTERSTELLAR – Vinyl Soundtrack (2014)

Breakout your hi-fi equipment! This vinyl soundtrack from the film INTERSTELLAR carries even more rich sound when played on your phonograph. Perfect easy listening music when you’re using your telescope to look at the stars. Keep the Record Player away from the worm hole or you might be 100 years old by the time it comes back.

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THE CRAWLING EYE – T-Shirt

Going to Switzerland this Summer? Be Sure you wear your favorite t-shirt from the Sci-Fi Classic THE CRAWLING EYE. While working on Trollenberg Mountain, a group of people are found decapitated. A radioactive cloud descends on the alps, and group of tentacled, telepathic creatures wreak havoc on humanity. T-shirt collectors would lose their heads for something like this… Oooops!

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LOGAN’S RUN – Novel (1967)

Many of you reading this are well beyond your “Lastday.” This Dystopian novel of the future was written by William F. Nolan and George Clayton Johnson in 1967. The premise of the story is that when you reach your 21st birthday, that’s it you must report to Sleepshop for processing. Find out what happens when one man decides his human will to survive is more important than any law.

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LEGO – Star Wars Star Destroyer – Ep. VIII

This LEGO Star Wars Star Destroyer from Episode VIII of the series, boasts 1,416 pieces. That’s enough to keep the Empire mechanics busy for days, weeks, even months! Makes a great family project, or the perfect way to keep your kid quiet for a while.

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Saturn LED 3D Night Light

This totally awesome LED Night Light of Saturn, gives the illusion of 3D in 7 different colors including Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Cyan, Pink, White. Any kid will love this! Makes a perfect gift for your favorite interstellar explorer.

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