The film industry saw dynamic changes after the Second World War, which made Hollywood change its content and style. The Hollywood film industry experienced booming years between 1939 and 1946 with the industry significantly. As a result, their attendance and box receipts declined to almost half of the 1946 levels within seven years. The changes were triggered by many factors,...
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ABSTRACT In recent years, science fiction has become a favorite spotlight among other genres, from Tony Stark’s Iron Man suit to hi-tech world of Wakanda. In fact, science fiction has been a fellow of human evolution since the primitive of the science and technology era. By analyzing in depth the typical sub-genres with examples and comparisons between sci-fi creations, this...
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Well, Ready Player One by Ernest Cline is a science fiction based on its systematic connotations of possibilities and breakthroughs in technological advancements. Science fiction in its entirety entails living the future in rather unimaginable conditions of the present that can only guarantee any such future achievements based on grit. It is therefore a logical projection of the future informed...
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The Hunger Games movie is a love story about a lady from a district known to be poor who volunteered to replace her sister in the Hunger Games in which the participants had to fight to death in the capital city of a country. Every year in the North American ruins, the twelve districts are forced by the evil country’s...
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Intro ‘Robots won’t replace us because we still need that human touch’ Finkel’s law gives insight into the reason why human beings will never be entirely replaced by robots, our natural instinct still needs human touch. Fahrenheit 451 and Blade runner are both set in a futuristic era’s that attempt to describe the devastating repercussions of dehumanisation and lack human...
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Abstract Today the people all over the world are affected by the far-reaching results of the catastrophic environmental crisis. Global warming due to ozone depletion is the major factor behind the drastic climate changes and the rising of sea level. Irrespective of the branch of knowledge, everyone is aware of the terrible environmental issues and discussing about the various ways...
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Our understanding of the current world can be relayed through many mediums such as the likes of art and literature, science fiction being one of the most influential genres. Although science fiction may not be able to predict the future, it is able to encapsulate our modern context and beliefs thus science fiction is capable of ultimately shaping our perspective...
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Science Fiction: A Commentary On Our Society? “Our species can only survive if we have obstacles to overcome. You take away all obstacles. Without them to strengthen us, we will weaken and die.” The above quote comes from Captain James T. Kirk, in an episode of Star Trek: The Original Series called ‘Metamorphosis’. The episode revolves around a man out...
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Science fiction is a genre of speculative fiction that typically deals with imaginative and futuristic concepts such as advanced science and technology, space exploration, time travel, parallel universes, and extraterrestrial life. The short film Slaughterbots portrays a not so distant future where multitudes of miniature automatons kill a huge number of individuals for their political convictions. Delivered in November 2017...
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Science fiction texts use many different ideas and messages to explore possible futures. These ideas and messages warn the audience about a possible future and make a comment on the present. Gattaca, a movie made in 1997 by director, Andrew Niccol, and Movement, a short story by Nancy Fulda, both use ideas and messages to comment on the present and...
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Science Fiction has influenced many of the modern technologies we use today, from cell phones to space craft. Science Fiction helps to stimulate people’s imagination about the future. It engages them and encourages them to think about future technology that would benefit our society. Areas like communication, entertainment and transport have been distributed by science fiction, such as cell phones,...
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Science fiction, first emerging following the development of modern technology, seems to enjoy tremendous popularity among people nowadays. According to Lynch (2018), Science fiction was the genre most welcomed by subscribers in Netflix. Netflix also foresaw continuous demands for science fiction. For some people, science fiction is merely a way of entertainment, but it is more valuable than this. It...
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Throughout its history, science fiction is associated and dominated by white male writers, readers, editors, and protagonists (Salvaggio, 1984, p. 78). Carrington (2016) has used the expression “The Whiteness of Science Fiction” to refer to two things: first, “the overrepresentation of white people among the ranks of SF authors,” and second, to “the overrepresentation of white people’s experiences within SF...
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Introduction Maya Angelou, one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century, has left an indelible mark on the world through her work as a poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. Her literature, especially her series of autobiographies, offers a profound exploration of themes such as identity, resilience, and social justice. Angelou's unique voice and storytelling prowess have...
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Introduction Ray Bradbury's short story, "The Veldt," explores the theme of the destructive potential of advanced technology and its impact on human relationships. Set in the future, the story portrays a family living in a fully automated "Happylife Home" equipped with a virtual reality nursery. This essay delves into the central theme of the story, examining how the abuse of...
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Science fiction can be one of the most distinct and interesting genres to portray. This is because of how directors and filmmakers use various cinematic techniques to create and tell an interesting and compelling story. Three elements of styles that directors use to enhance the viewing experience of science-fiction films are mood, symbolism, and diction. One key element of style...
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Introduction Ray Bradbury's short story, "The Veldt," invites readers to contemplate the complexities of human nature, the perils of unchecked technology, and the significance of familial relationships. Published in 1950, the story remains a thought-provoking exploration of the consequences of our increasingly technologically driven society. In this reflective essay, we will delve into the themes and messages conveyed in "The...
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Ralph Ellison’s novel titled Invisible Man is abundant in themes and symbols about the twentieth-century African American experience. It highlights the narrator’s downfall from his embrace of racism during his time in college to his dissatisfaction with the way he is being treated, but he comes to an understanding of his purpose as a so-called “invisible man.” Ellison’s novel describes...
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Representation in media and industry is a constant topic of discussion these days. Being “seen” has taken on an entirely new meaning. Society has made a lot of strides as far as inclusion. Due to social media and cable television, the average person is exposed to a number of different types of people and cultures. Historically, segments of society were...
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About the author Herbert George wells was English writer born in 21 September 1866, he writes on various novels, short stories on social issues, science fiction, history, satire, biography. In his science fiction, he took the ideas and fear fantasy that haunted the mind of his age and gave them symbolic expression as brilliantly conceived made credible by the quiet...
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Science fiction texts use futuristic conventions to explore fictional futures that work together to generate a commentary on the present. The film Gattaca (1997) directed by Andrew Niccol and short story Movement (2012) by Nancy Fulda both explore the detriments of technology that contribute to identity loss in fictional futures, focusing heavily on perfection rather than human ingenuity. Gattaca utilises...
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Introduction Ray Bradbury's short story, "The Veldt," explores the dark side of human nature and the potential dangers of uncontrolled technological advancement. Published in 1950, the story remains a powerful commentary on the negative effects of technology on human relationships and the consequences of unchecked desires. This essay will delve into the literary aspects of "The Veldt" and examine how...
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In the novel Fahrenheit 451, there are many types of struggles for the characters in the novel. There can also be struggles for us people in the real world. Fire in the novel is used to destroy the books that people are not allowed to have or read. Technology in Fahrenheit 451 is used for many different reasons but one...
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Introduction "The Interlopers," a short story by Saki (H.H. Munro), is a compelling narrative that explores themes of conflict, nature, and irony. Set in the Carpathian Mountains, the story revolves around two feuding landowners, Ulrich von Gradwitz and Georg Znaeym, who have been enemies since childhood. Their families have quarreled over a strip of forest land for generations. The story...
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Charlie Gordon was a very kind and caring man. He was an example of how all humans should live their lives. And no not as a retard. As a happy and motivated being. Charlie started his life having a very low IQ. He always seemed to see himself as a child because he hadn’t matured mentally like someone with no...
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Within the bounds of the science fiction genre in cinema, Gattaca is perhaps the clearest evaluation of genetic manipulation, caste systems, and the resilience of mankind. Promoted by Andrew Niccol and produced in 1997, Gattaca presents an unbiased view of the future where everything is about Eugenics. This descriptive essay is centered around discussing the symbolism in Gattaca as a...
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Introduction: The Hunger Games is an action and science-fiction adventure film based on the novel by Suzanne Collins. The story takes place in a dystopian post-apocalyptic future in the nation of Panem (North America). Panem is separated into 12 districts that help support the Capitol. Each year the Capitol “hosts” the Hunger Games, where a boy and a girl are...
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Introduction 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle is a captivating work of literature that has enchanted readers for decades. This essay aims to delve into the deeper meaning embedded within the novel, examining the layers of symbolism, allegory, and thematic exploration that contribute to its enduring appeal. The Journey of Self-Discovery At its core, 'A Wrinkle in Time' is...
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Introduction 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle is a beloved science fiction novel that takes readers on a fantastical journey through time and space. At the heart of the story lies a series of conflicts that drive the narrative and shape the characters' development. In this literary criticism essay, we will explore the central conflicts present in 'A Wrinkle...
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Nonetheless, Keyes stresses another predominant theme: that self-awareness, the ability to acquire knowledge about one’s self, ultimately decides an individual’s identity. As the experiment progresses and Charlie’s academic knowledge, and personal understanding increase, a sense of inner confinement emerges. This interior conflict is apparent when there is a “sharp switch in perception” as the narration alternates between first-person, and third-person...
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