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Blast Beach Celebrates 35 Years Since 'Alien 3' Filming

3/31/2026

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Blast Beach Reunion

Blast Beach in Dawdon is marking 35 years since filming began on the 1992 film Alien 3.
The beach served as Fiorina 161 in Alien 3, with local residents cast as prisoners.
Blast Beach: Digging Deeper premiered in March 2022 and documents the beach's revival after burial.
The Reunion: Laguna Beach will stream on April 10, featuring original cast members reflecting on experiences and reality TV's evolution.

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Segal Shoots Thriller

A film crew is shooting the psychological thriller Undertow in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Director Adam Segal leads the project, which follows a lawyer investigating her sister's disappearance.
The production shifted from an Ireland shoot to Myrtle Beach to capitalize on better incentives.
Filming locations include the North Myrtle Beach Aquatic and Fitness Center, local restaurants, and a police station, with rebates up to 30% for in-state expenses.

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Blast Beach Reunion

Blast Beach in Dawdon is marking 35 years since filming began on the 1992 film Alien 3.
The beach served as Fiorina 161 in Alien 3, with local residents cast as prisoners.
Blast Beach: Digging Deeper premiered in March 2022 and documents the beach's revival after burial.
The Reunion: Laguna Beach will stream on April 10, featuring original cast members reflecting on experiences and reality TV's evolution.

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