Alien (1979)
The 1979 science fiction horror classic Alien is one of the most iconic films of all time. It is also one of the most sexually charged films of its era. The film follows the crew of the Nostromo, a commercial towing vehicle, as they investigate a distress signal on a remote planet. What they find is a terrifying alien creature that stalks and kills the crew one by one.
One of the most iconic scenes in the film is the infamous “chestburster” scene. In this scene, the alien creature bursts out of the chest of one of the crew members, Kane (John Hurt). This scene is not only shocking and gruesome, but it is also highly sexualized. The alien creature is portrayed as a phallic symbol, thrusting itself out of Kane’s body. This scene has been interpreted as a metaphor for male rape, as Kane is unable to fight back against the creature.
Another sexual moment in the film is when the crew discovers the alien eggs. The eggs are laid in a chamber filled with a slimy, white substance. This substance has been interpreted as a metaphor for semen, and the eggs as a metaphor for birth. This scene is highly suggestive and has been interpreted as a metaphor for sexual reproduction.
The film also features a number of scenes that are suggestive of female sexuality. One of the most memorable is when the crew discovers the alien creature’s nest. The nest is filled with eggs, and the creature is portrayed as a motherly figure, protecting her eggs. This scene has been interpreted as a metaphor for female sexuality and motherhood.
Overall, Alien is a highly sexualized film. From the iconic “chestburster” scene to the suggestive imagery of the alien eggs, the film is filled with sexual moments that have been interpreted in a variety of ways. Whether you interpret these moments as metaphors for male and female sexuality, or simply as shocking and gruesome scenes, there is no denying that Alien is one of the most sexually charged films of its era.
A poster of a women in a skimpy uniform is shown several times throughout.
Ripely walks around in her underwear near the end.
During a fight scene there are posters of women with exposed breasts and pubic hair visible in the background. These are not the focus of the scene, but readily visible.
Towards the end of the movie, Ripley takes her jumpsuit off. She is seen in a short tank top and very tiny panties. Her nipples are noticeably erect, and poke through her top. Her panties are very low on her hips, revealing a large amount of her pelvic area. The top of her butt and her butt crack are seen a few times when she bends over. Her midriff is also visible. She is in her underwear for at least 10 minutes. While she is undressed for a long time, it's not sexual.