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Science Fiction Film develops a historical and cultural approach to the genre that moves beyond close readings of iconography and formal conventions. It explores how this increasingly influential genre has been constructed from disparate elements into a hybrid genre.Science Fiction Film goes beyond a textual exploration of these films to place them within a larger network of influences that includes studio politics and promotional discourses. The book also challenges the perceived limits of the genre - it includes a wide range of films, from canonical Sf, such as Le voyage dans la lune, Star Wars and Blade Runner, to films that stretch and reshape the definition of the genre. This expansion of generic focus offers an innovative approach for students and fans of science fiction alike.

This study examines one of the most enduring and popular genres of Hollywood cinema, suggesting how the science fiction film reflects attitudes toward science, technology, and reason as they have evolved in American culture over the course of the 20th century. Telotte provides a survey of criticism and an overview of the history of the genre, from its earliest literary manifestations to the present. He offers in-depth readings of three key films;Robocop, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and THX 1138, each of which typifies a particular form of science fiction fantasy.

Science Fiction Film develops a historical and cultural approach to the genre that moves beyond close readings of iconography and formal conventions. It explores how this increasingly influential genre has been constructed from disparate elements into a hybrid genre.Science Fiction Film goes beyond a textual exploration of these films to place them within a larger network of influences that includes studio politics and promotional discourses. The book also challenges the perceived limits of the genre - it includes a wide range of films, from canonical Sf, such as Le voyage dans la lune, Star Wars and Blade Runner, to films that stretch and reshape the definition of the genre. This expansion of generic focus offers an innovative approach for students and fans of science fiction alike.

An illustrated collection of essays by masters such as H.G. Wells, Luis Bunuel, Jorge Luis Borges, Arthur C. Clarke, Anthony Burgess, Joseph Campbell, Pauline Kael, George F. Will, Robin Wood, and Susan Sontag.

Recorded in High Definition at 24 bit / 96 kHz HD - Science Fiction Sound Effects library is a high definition set of 1,351 specialty sound effects selected from Sound Ideas General HD Combo collection. All digitally recorded at 24 bit / 96 k, these broadcast wav files are fully embedded with metadata and each HD - Science Fiction hard drive also comes equipped with 16/44.1, 16/48 and 24/48 audio files. From Telemetry Readouts to Wormholes - Sci Fi Soundscapes to Servos - Cyber Communications to Plasma Explosions - these outstanding specialty sound effects need to be heard to be believed - click on the Video Tab and you'll hear what Sound Ideas means. It includes a complimentary copy of Sound Ideas MetaDigger Software - an easy to use program designed to display, search and export metadata details from broadcast wav and mp3 audio files - only available from Sound Ideas: HD - Science Fiction Sound Effects. Sound Effects Include: • Telemetry Readouts • Cyber Communications • Space Ship Equipment • Space Environments • Wormholes • Sci Fi Weapons • Plasma Explosions For a complete list of the HD-Science Fiction Sound Effects please visit the Sound Ideas website.

Vampires have been a popular subject for writers since their inception in 19th century Gothic literature and, later, became popular with filmmakers. Now the classical vampire is extinct, and in its place are new vampires who embrace the hi-tech worlds of science fiction. This book is the first to examine the history of vampires in science fiction. The first part considers the role of science and pseudo-science, from late Victorian to modern times, in the creation of the vampire, as well as the "sensation fiction" of J. Sheridan Le Fanu, Bram Stoker, Arthur Conan Doyle and H.G. Wells. The second part focuses on the history of the science fiction vampire in the cinema, from the silent era to the present. More than sixty films are discussed, including films from such acclaimed directors as Roger Corman, David Cronenberg, Guillermo del Toro and Steven Spielberg, among others.

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.

Enhance your audio projects with the Science Fiction SFX Series 715, a comprehensive collection of royalty-free science fiction atmospheres and space sound effects. This digital library, exclusively available from Sound Ideas, is the brainchild of renowned sound designer Mike McDonough. It offers an extensive array of both ambient Sci-Fi backgrounds and individual Sci-Fi sounds, making it an invaluable resource for any audio project set in a futuristic or extraterrestrial environment.This collection brings to life the intricate sounds of warp ships, cyborg spheres, and escape pods, featuring everything from emergency space sirens to the hum of futuristic control rooms. Experience the unique audio textures of sci-fi engines, computerized bridge tones, and the mechanical sounds of sliding doors, hatches, and docking rings. The Science Fiction SFX Series 715 includes over 700 royalty-free sound effects, offering a wide range of interior and exterior sci-fi textures, equipment, and atmospheres. The collection is digitally recorded at 24/48 kHz, ensuring high-quality sound, and is available for download as 16/44.1, 16/48, or 24/48 kHz broadcast wav files. The library is not just limited to ambient sounds. It also includes a variety of useful accents like blips, beeps, drones, oscillations, warbles, tones, feedback, and rumbles that can help build a comprehensive sci-fi worldview. The Science Fiction SFX Series also features a range of specific sound effects, including spaceship doors, elevators, engines, computers, transporters, and weapons. It also includes the sounds of robots, rockets, machines, and even time travel. Each sound file is fully embedded with useful metadata, making it easy to find and integrate the perfect sound effect into your project. With the Science Fiction SFX Series 715, you can bring your sci-fi audio project to life with professional, high-quality sound effects.

Written by international experts from a range of disciplines, these essays examine the uniquely British contribution to science fiction film and television. Viewing British SF as a cultural phenomenon that challenges straightforward definitions of genre, nationhood, authorship and media, the editors provide a conceptual introduction placing the essays within their critical context. Essay topics include Hammer science fiction films, the various incarnations of Doctor Who, Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange, and such 21st-century productions as 28 Days Later and Torchwood.

The science fiction genre maintains a remarkable hold on the imagination and enthusiasm of the filmgoing public, captivating large audiences worldwide and garnering ever-larger profits. Science fiction films entertain the possibility of time travel and extraterrestrial visitation and imaginatively transport us to worlds transformed by modern science and technology. They also provide a medium through which questions about personal identity, moral agency, artificial consciousness, and other categories of experience can be addressed. In The Philosophy of Science Fiction Film, distinguished authors explore the storylines, conflicts, and themes of fifteen science fiction film classics, from Metropolis to The Matrix. Editor Steven M. Sanders and a group of outstanding scholars in philosophy, film studies, and other fields raise science fiction film criticism to a new level by penetrating the surface of the films to expose the underlying philosophical arguments, ethical perspectives, and metaphysical views. Sanders's introduction presents an overview and evaluation of each essay and poses questions for readers to consider as they think about the films under discussion.The first section, "Enigmas of Identity and Agency," deals with the nature of humanity as it is portrayed in Blade Runner, Dark City, Frankenstein, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and Total Recall. In the second section, "Extraterrestrial Visitation, Time Travel, and Artificial Intelligence," contributors discuss 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Terminator, 12 Monkeys, and The Day the Earth Stood Still and analyze the challenges of artificial intelligence, the paradoxes of time travel, and the ethics of war. The final section, "Brave Newer World: Science Fiction Futurism," looks at visions of the future in Metropolis, The Matrix, Alphaville, and screen adaptations of George Orwell's 1984.

188 Royalty Free Sound Effects of Science Fiction Elements Metropolis Sci Fi Toolkit 1 is a dynamic sound effects audio CD full of unique and versatile science fiction elements. It features 188 effects on 99 tracks including an imaginative selection of whooshes, prompts, accents, releases, and sci-fi ambiences. A unique and distinctively created science fiction collection, the toolkit is ideal for producing almost any imagined environment, especially sci-fi, gothic, and horror. The royalty free sound effects and accents included here to help create the sounds of your imagination include: metallic whooshes & sweeps, deep harmonic booms, low pulsing ambiences, alerts & sirens, filter sweeps and washes, ethereal bells and flutters & shimmers - Metropolis Sci Fi Toolkit 1. Available on 1 Audio CD: Included as part of the Sci Fi DVD Combo Sound Effects collection Ideal for: • Science Fiction • Gothic & Horror For a complete list of the Metropolis Science Fiction Toolkit 1 Sound Effects please visit the Sound Ideas website.

The first book on pioneering French filmmaker Jean Painlevé, the father of science cinema.One of the first to plunge underwater with a camera to bring the subaquatic world to the screen, maverick scientific documentary filmmaker Jean Painlevé (1902-1989) captured the throes of a male seahorse giving birth, the geometric choreography of crystal formation, and the mating habits of hermaphrodite mollusks. In a lifetime spanning nearly the history of cinema itself, Painlevé made over 200 films, including The Seahorse, Freshwater Assassins, The Vampire, and The Love Life of the Octopus. His lyrical and instructive animal behavior films set to avant-garde scores were much admired by Surrealist contemporaries such as Antonin Artaud, Luis Buñuel, and Jean Vigo.Science Is Fiction includes Marina McDougall's historically informative "Hybrid Roots," Brigitte Berg's heavily illustrated biographical essay "Contradictory Forces," art critic Ralph Rugoff's "Fluid Mechanics," a Libération interview with Painlevé, stills from Painlevé's most celebrated films laid out in storyboard fashion, and a selection of Painlevé's writings appearing for the first time in English. The latter include "Neo-Zoological Drama," a playful romp on the behavior of Turbellaria, or flatworms; "Mysteries and Miracles of Nature," an idiosyncratic catalog of unusual animal behavior; and "Scientific Film," a discussion of science films that pays homage to Painlevé's fellow pioneers. The book also includes French film critic André Bazin's "Science Film: Accidental Beauty," a review of the 1947 International Association of Science Film festival, organized by Painlevé.Copublished with Brico Press.

The first book on pioneering French filmmaker Jean Painlevé, the father of science cinema.One of the first to plunge underwater with a camera to bring the subaquatic world to the screen, maverick scientific documentary filmmaker Jean Painlevé (1902-1989) captured the throes of a male seahorse giving birth, the geometric choreography of crystal formation, and the mating habits of hermaphrodite mollusks. In a lifetime spanning nearly the history of cinema itself, Painlevé made over 200 films, including The Seahorse, Freshwater Assassins, The Vampire, and The Love Life of the Octopus. His lyrical and instructive animal behavior films set to avant-garde scores were much admired by Surrealist contemporaries such as Antonin Artaud, Luis Buñuel, and Jean Vigo.Science Is Fiction includes Marina McDougall's historically informative "Hybrid Roots," Brigitte Berg's heavily illustrated biographical essay "Contradictory Forces," art critic Ralph Rugoff's "Fluid Mechanics," a Libération interview with Painlevé, stills from Painlevé's most celebrated films laid out in storyboard fashion, and a selection of Painlevé's writings appearing for the first time in English. The latter include "Neo-Zoological Drama," a playful romp on the behavior of Turbellaria, or flatworms; "Mysteries and Miracles of Nature," an idiosyncratic catalog of unusual animal behavior; and "Scientific Film," a discussion of science films that pays homage to Painlevé's fellow pioneers. The book also includes French film critic André Bazin's "Science Film: Accidental Beauty," a review of the 1947 International Association of Science Film festival, organized by Painlevé.Copublished with Brico Press.

Written by international experts from a range of disciplines, these essays examine the uniquely British contribution to science fiction film and television. Viewing British SF as a cultural phenomenon that challenges straightforward definitions of genre, nationhood, authorship and media, the editors provide a conceptual introduction placing the essays within their critical context. Essay topics include Hammer science fiction films, the various incarnations of Doctor Who, Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange, and such 21st-century productions as 28 Days Later and Torchwood.

Vampires have been a popular subject for writers since their inception in 19th century Gothic literature and, later, became popular with filmmakers. Now the classical vampire is extinct, and in its place are new vampires who embrace the hi-tech worlds of science fiction. This book is the first to examine the history of vampires in science fiction. The first part considers the role of science and pseudo-science, from late Victorian to modern times, in the creation of the vampire, as well as the "sensation fiction" of J. Sheridan Le Fanu, Bram Stoker, Arthur Conan Doyle and H.G. Wells. The second part focuses on the history of the science fiction vampire in the cinema, from the silent era to the present. More than sixty films are discussed, including films from such acclaimed directors as Roger Corman, David Cronenberg, Guillermo del Toro and Steven Spielberg, among others.

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Over 300 innovative and high-quality sound effects await you in the Science Fiction Sound Effects Library Audio CD set. This comprehensive collection, spread across three CDs, offers a vast array of futuristic, alien, and creature sound effects and ambiences, perfect for enhancing your science fiction media projects. Whether you're working on movies, television shows, or video games, this versatile library is designed to cater to a wide range of science fiction scenarios. It includes excerpts from the thrilling sci-fi audio drama, "Space Fighter Duel," which showcases many of the library's sound effects, offering inspiration for editing and mixing possibilities. The Science Fiction Sound Effects Library features an array of sound categories. Experience the intensity of "Spacefighter Duel & Selected Elements," with its flights, attacks, explosions, and even a roasted toasted alien. Dive into the atmospheric "Ambience Effects & Action Effects and Scenes," featuring everything from moon landing sequences to alien weather and lightning bolts. The "Electronic Effects" category offers a variety of sounds, including bells, bubble up effects, and space radio interference. "Mechanical Effects" provides the sounds of laser bursts, sliding doors, and various machine sounds. The "Weapons Effects" category is packed with the sounds of spaceship weapons fire, hand blasters, and more. For those seeking the eerie and the strange, the "Fantastic Creatures" category offers alien creature mumbling, robot sounds, and other alien radio drop-ins. The "Miscellaneous Effects" category includes everything from ominous flying saucer sounds to meteor showers. Lastly, the "Soundscapes & Music" category provides a range of musical compositions and atmospheric sounds, such as solar storms and interdimensional madness. The Science Fiction Sound Effects Library Audio CD set is a professional and comprehensive tool for any science fiction project. For a complete list of the sound effects included, please visit the Sound Ideas website.

256 Royalty Free Science Fiction & Gothic Horror Sound Effects Metropolis Sci Fi Toolkit 2 is the next installment in the Metropolis series. Building on the success of the first release, Metropolis 2 is packed full of more of the unique and versatile sound design elements you have come to expect. Containing 256 sound effects on 99 tracks, this release is a valuable resource for any busy designer working in a broad range of production environments. Some of the many categories include: mechanical, ethereal, whooshes, metallic, static, ambience, squeaks, scans, scrapes and just plain interesting noise. Together with Metropolis I, this series represents a powerful set of science fiction sound effects for those who require a flexible palette for their demanding production needs - Metropolis Sci Fi Toolkit 2. Available on 1 Audio CD: Included as part of the Sci Fi DVD Combo Sound Effects collection. Ideal for: • Science Fiction • Gothic & Horror For a complete list of the Metropolis Science Fiction Toolkit 2 Sound Effects please visit the Sound Ideas website.

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From the depths of outer space to the frontiers of extraterrestrial encounters, the Series 8000 Science Fiction Sound Effects Library CDs offer an unparalleled auditory journey with a collection of 537 royalty-free sound effects across four meticulously curated CDs. This comprehensive sound effects library is the brainchild of Hollywood's most esteemed science fiction sound designers, providing creators and audio professionals with an extensive range of high-quality, futuristic soundscapes and audio elements.The Series 8000 Sci Fi Sound Effects compilation is a treasure trove of audio, featuring everything from the eerie hum of space ambiences and the intricate mechanics of robotics to the adrenaline-pumping sounds of rockets and the iconic launches of the Challenger space shuttle. Whether you're crafting the soundscape for an intergalactic adventure or adding depth to a fantasy epic, this collection delivers a diverse palette of sounds to bring your projects to life.The talent behind these soundscapes includes award-winning sound designers such as Randy Thom, known for his work on "Mars Attack!" and "Contact"; David Yewdall, whose credits include "Fifth Element" and "Starship Troopers"; Mike McDonough, recognized for "Star Trek: First Contact"; and Charles Maynes, who contributed to the sounds of "Starship Troopers." Their collective expertise is evident in every track, ensuring that users have access to the highest caliber of sound effects for their productions.This modern royalty-free sound effects collection is not only a testament to the creativity and innovation of its contributors but also comes packaged in a special carrying case that pays homage to the iconic retro sci-fi films that have inspired generations. Each of the four CDs has been digitally mastered in stereo, offering pristine audio quality for professional use.The contents of the Series 8000 Science Fiction Sound Effects Library are as follows:- CD 8001: Air Bursts, Alarms, Ambiences- CD 8002: Ambiences, Animals & Creatures, Avalanches, Battles, Communications, Computers, Docking Throttles, Doors, Drains, Drones- CD 8003: Earthquakes, Electricity, Energy Bursts, Explosions, Fires, Fly Bys, Footsteps, Freezer Chambers, Laser Guns & Beams, Phasers, Ray & Stun Guns, Dry Ice, Robotics, Scanners, Servos, Space Rockets & Shuttles- CD 8004: Space Ships, Simulators & Stations, Splats, Squeals, Telemetry, Torpedoes, Vortexes, Weapon Dischargers, Whooshes, Wind, ZipsFor audiovisual creators, game developers, and multimedia producers seeking to infuse their projects with the essence of science fiction, the Series 8000 Science Fiction Sound Effects Library CDs are an essential resource. For a complete list of the sounds included in this library, please visit the Sound Ideas website, where you can explore the full spectrum of possibilities this collection has to offer.