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Podcast: The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
Episode: Harry and the Hendersons, Spielberg’s Lost Alien Film, and the Birth of E.T.
Description: Jim Hill and Eric Hersey go deep into the surprising history behind Harry and the Hendersons—including how a scrapped alien horror film called Night Skies ultimately led to E.T. and Bigfoot comedy gold. From Oscars to animatronic controversies, this episode reveals the untold story behind one of Spielberg’s most fascinating creative pivots.
How Night Skies went from alien horror to E.T.
Rick Baker’s original designs for a much scarier alien crew
Why the Bigfoot suit in Harry and the Hendersons almost wasn’t eligible for an Oscar
John L...