In the late 1970s, a diverse group of underperforming filmmakers embarks on an ambitious journey to produce a revolutionary sci-fi movie that aims to transform the genre as we know it. At the helm is the passionate yet clumsy director, Max, who leads his team through a whirlwind of eccentric brainstorming sessions focusing on the creation of a terrifying alien species. However, their inexperience swiftly transforms the undertaking into a farcical mishap.

When a strange manuscript containing their film’s concepts inadvertently materializes, they inadvertently awaken a genuine Xenomorph. Rather than the fearsome creature they intended, they end up with a clumsy alien more preoccupied with devouring craft services than wreaking havoc. As the crew grapples with their unexpected creation, their frantic efforts result in a series of comical predicaments, including a costume malfunction during a pivotal scene, uncomfortable run-ins with studio executives, and catastrophically funny special effects failures.

Amid this chaos, the team discovers crucial insights about teamwork, innovation, and the necessity of adhering to the script—if only they could locate it! Their imaginative brainstorming leads to an array of humorous misunderstandings, transforming their movie set into a slapstick battleground. With the boundary between reality and fiction fading, the filmmakers must hurry to finish their project while sidestepping their own creation.

With a nostalgic homage to classic sci-fi filmmaking, “Memory: The Origins of Alien” illustrates that sometimes the most terrifying aspect in space isn’t the alien itself, but the boundless creativity of those who brought it to life. Bursting with humor and heartfelt moments, this documentary-style comedy wonderfully encapsulates the spirit of creativity spiraling out of control.