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Starfleet Academy's Hidden Alien Homage Revealed
27 Jan
Summary
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy episode references Alien films.
- Zoë Steiner recreated Sigourney Weaver's iconic Ripley shot.
- The unique basketball shot was performed with an airless ball.
The latest installment of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, now available on Paramount+, includes a subtle yet striking tribute to the Alien film series. Actress Zoë Steiner, a new cast member, was the inspiration behind this creative nod.
Steiner recently shared on Instagram Stories how she incorporated a memorable trick shot performed by Sigourney Weaver's character, Ellen Ripley, in Alien: Resurrection. This particular scene involved a behind-the-back basketball shot.
Interestingly, Steiner practiced and filmed this sequence using an airless basketball, a contemporary sports innovation. Despite the unique challenges presented by this type of ball, she managed to successfully replicate the iconic shot, showcasing considerable skill.
