Author: Dennis Fischer Publisher: McFarland ISBN: 0786485051 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 774
Book Description
This enormous and exhaustive reference book has entries on every major and minor director of science fiction films from the inception of cinema (circa 1895) through 1998. For each director there is a complete filmography including television work, a career summary, a critical assessment, and behind-the-scenes production information. Seventy-nine directors are covered in especially lengthy entries and a short history of the science fiction film genre is also included.
Author: A. W. Strickland Publisher: ISBN: Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 428
Book Description
This is a comprehensive survey of, and guide to the science fiction genre in American films from the inception of the medium in 1897 until 1929. The authors argue for the inclusion of many early films that would otherwise not be generally considered science fiction films as are known today, but are considered for their speculative fictional qualities and inclusion of mechanical devices and inventions that do strange or miraculous things.
Author: Michael Benson Publisher: ISBN: Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 240
Book Description
Along with biographical material on the stars, the filmmakers, and the technicians responsible for cinema's first special effects, this volume has plot summaries of all the films, production anecdotes, literary origins and production credits.
Author: Vivian Carol Sobchack Publisher: Rutgers University Press ISBN: 9780813524924 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 356
Book Description
This text attempts to shape definitions of the American science fiction film, studying the connection between the films and social preconceptions. It covers many classic films and discusses their import, seeking to rescue the genre from the neglect of film theorists. The book should appeal to both film buff and fans of science fiction.
Author: C. J. Henderson Publisher: Checkmark Books ISBN: 9780816045679 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 516
Book Description
Compiles information about science fiction films, providing the film title, studio, date of release, length, availability, producer, director, screenplay writer, music composer, special effects person, and lead cast members.
Author: Sean Redmond Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1317646517 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 290
Book Description
Endangering Science Fiction Film explores the ways in which science fiction film is a dangerous and endangering genre. The collection argues that science fiction's cinematic power rests in its ability to imagine ‘Other’ worlds that challenge and disturb the lived conditions of the ‘real’ world, as it is presently known to us. From classic films such as 2001: A Space Odyssey and Solaris to modern blockbusters including World War Z and Gravity, and directors from David Cronenberg to Alfonso Cuarón, contributors comment on the way science fiction film engages with dangerous encounters, liminal experiences, sublime aesthetics, and untethers space and time to question the very nature of human existence. With the analysis of a diverse range of films from Europe, Asia, North and South America, Endangering Science Fiction Film offers a uniquely interdisciplinary view of the evolving and dangerous sentiments and sensibility of this genre.
Author: Matthew Solomon Publisher: CreateSpace ISBN: 9781495396816 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 48
Book Description
Science Fiction Movie Classics: The First 40 Sci-Fi Movies, chronicles the first 40 important movies in the science fiction genre; from "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" to "The Phantom Planet." Included are images of the movie posters as well as director, writer and starring cast information. This book was written by sci-fi geek Matthew Solomon who is the writer and director of the feature film "Chatter" and regularly contributes to "Geek Speak TV."
Author: Lincoln Geraghty Publisher: Berg ISBN: 0857850768 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 124
Book Description
American Science Fiction Film and Television presents a critical history of late 20th Century SF together with an analysis of the cultural and thematic concerns of this popular genre. Science fiction film and television were initially inspired by the classic literature of HG Wells and Jules Verne. The potential and fears born with the Atomic age fuelled the popularity of the genre, upping the stakes for both technology and apocalypse. From the Cold War through to America's current War on Terror, science fiction has proved a subtle vehicle for the hopes, fears and preoccupations of a nation at war. The definitive introduction to American science fiction, this is also the first study to analyse SF across both film and TV. Throughout, the discussion is illustrated with critical case studies of key films and television series, including The Day the Earth Stood Still, Planet of the Apes, Star Trek: The Next Generation, The X-Files, and Battlestar Galactica.
Author: Dennis Fischer
Author: A. W. Strickland
Author: J. P. Telotte
Author: Michael Benson
Author: Vivian Carol Sobchack
Author: C. J. Henderson
Author: Sean Redmond
Author: John Baxter
Author: Matthew Solomon
Author: Lincoln Geraghty