Παρουσίαση
This major new study offers a broad historical and theoretical reassessment of the science fiction film genre. The book explores the development of science fiction in cinema from its beginnings in early film through to recent examples of the genre. Each chapter sets analyses of chosen films within a wider historical/cultural context, while concentrating on a specific thematic issue. The book therefore presents vital and unique perspectives in its approach to the genre, which include discussion of the relevance of psychedelic imagery, the 'new woman of science', generic performance and the prevalence of 'techno-orientalism' in recent films. While American films will be one of the principle areas covered, the author also engages with a range of pertinent examples from other nations, as well as discussing the centrality of science fiction as a transnational film genre. Films discussed include The Day the Earth Stood Still, The Body Snatchers, Forbidden Planet, The Quatermass Experiment, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Demon Seed, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, Star Wars, Altered States, Alien, Blade Runner, The Brother from Another Planet, Back to the Future, The Terminator, Predator, The One, Dark City, The Matrix, Fifth Element and eXistenZ. (From the publisher)Περιεχόμενα
1. Introduction: The Formation of the GenreInterview: Writer Brian Aldiss
Interview: Writer William Gibson
2. Science Fiction Films in the 1950s
Interview: Actor Billy Gray
3. Spaced Out: Between the 'Golden Years'
Interview: Director Ken Russell
4. The Masculine Subject of Science Fiction in the 1980's Blockbuster Era
Interview: Director Paul Verhoeven
5. Gender Blending and the Feminine Subject in Science Fiction Film
Interview: Director Paul Verhoeven (Part 2)
6. Alien Others: Race and the Science Fiction Film; Interview: Actor Joe Morton
7. Generic Performance and Science Fiction Cinema
Interview: Actor Dean Norris
Conclusion: The Technology of Science Fiction Cinema
Interview: Special Effects Technician Stan Winston
Interview: Director Roland Emmerich
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