We have never seen The Andromeda Strain (1971)… until now!

In this episode of Confessions of a Film Poser, we finally sit down with Robert Wise’s influential sci-fi thriller for the very first time. We talk through our expectations going in and share our post-watch reactions to one of the most clinically intense science fiction films of the 1970s.

From its documentary-style pacing and cold, procedural tone to its heavy emphasis on science, systems, and process over traditional characters, we break down what makes The Andromeda Strain feel so different from modern sci-fi—and why that difference is either hypnotic or alienating, depending on your taste.

We also dig into the film’s fascinating production history, its roots in Michael Crichton’s novel, its reflection of Cold War anxieties, and how its slow-burn realism helped shape the future of outbreak and “hard science” thrillers.

If you love classic science fiction, cerebral thrillers, or first-time movie reactions where the tension comes from ideas instead of explosions, this episode is for you.

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Chapters:0:00 — Intro0:40 — Why have the Posers Never Seen The Andromeda Strain (1971)?1:00 — A Brief History & Cultural Impact of The Andromeda Strain1:56 — What Do The Posers Expect From A First Time Viewing?5:24 — Future Vince & Eli Give Their Review After Watching

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