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Galaxy Quest (1999)

Film

DirectorDean Parisot

Meta takes2

Figures

Form & technique

The "chompers" corridor scene
The Thermians' awkward imitation of human mannerisms and speech

Tropes

The Thermian species
Jason Nesmith's breakdown at the electronics store opening → The Star-as-Construct
The catchphrase "Never give up, never surrender!"
Gwen DeMarco's sole function of repeating the ship's computer
Sir Alexander Dane's resentment of his role as Dr. Lazarus → The Fragile Alpha

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