Alien Autopsy

Primarily set in 1995, the narrative follows Ray and Gary as they chase money and opportunity. The plot centers on a supposed 1947 alien autopsy film that underpins the hoax, tying the present story to a historic, sensational artifact. The era’s media culture and appetite for extraordinary stories frame the actions and decisions of the characters.

The story spans multiple locations: the US (Miami) where the initial film is encountered, then back to England to pursue investment, followed by Argentina for promotion, with the Roswell setting referenced in the 1947 footage. It travels from the United States to the United Kingdom and back, reflecting the hoax’s globe-spanning footprint. The environments range from street-level market stalls to a living room converted into a makeshift film set, underscoring the concocted nature of the project.

🎭 Deception

The film centers on a deliberate fabrication: two English conspirators create a convincing alien autopsy to cash in on public fascination. It examines how spectacle can be accepted as truth when presented within a documentary frame. Authenticity becomes a currency that drives risk, negotiation, and manipulation.

💰 Profit

Ray and Gary manipulate collectors, dealers, and media interests to monetize the footage. The hoax exposes the mercenary side of fringe culture, where fame and fortune hinge on the ability to sell belief. The pursuit of money pushes the scheme toward increasingly audacious deception.

🎬 Media Framing

Told through a documentary lens, the story tests the idea that presentation shapes reality as much as facts do. Morgan Banner’s involvement highlights how narrative framing can tilt perception toward credibility. The film critiques how media tropes can turn fabrication into a believable narrative.

🧠 Memory & Fabrication

The duo reconstructs the autopsy from memory and improvised props, showing how recollection can be warped to fit a desired story. Memory becomes a scaffold for deception, especially when reinforced by others in the network. The line between memory and fabrication is central to the film’s crisis of truth.