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Nostromo (notable spaceship)

The Nostromo is a fictional spaceship from the 1979 sci-fi film "Alien," directed by Ridley Scott. It serves as a commercial towing vehicle, used to transport cargo across space, primarily dealing with hazardous materials. The vessel is notable for its industrial design and serves as a setting for the film's suspenseful events. When the crew responds to a distress signal, they unwittingly bring aboard a dangerous alien life form, resulting in a fight for survival. The Nostromo's design and the themes of isolation and corporate greed have made it an iconic symbol in science fiction.