A Pictorial History Of Science Fiction Films
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Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
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A richly illustrated survey of one of cinema's most imaginative genres, this volume chronicles the evolution of science fiction films from the earliest silent-era experiments to the blockbuster spectacles of the modern age. David Shipman presents a sweeping visual and critical journey through landmark productions, detailing the technological innovations, cultural anxieties, and creative visions that shaped each era of sci-fi filmmaking. With an authoritative and enthusiastic tone, the text illuminates how films like Metropolis, Forbidden Planet, and 2001: A Space Odyssey pushed the boundaries of both storytelling and cinematic craft. Shipman argues that science fiction cinema is far more than escapist entertainment, illustrating how the genre has consistently served as a mirror for society's deepest hopes and fears about science, technology, and the unknown. Packed with stills and production photographs, A Pictorial History of Science Fiction Films stands as an essential reference for film enthusiasts and genre historians alike.
Author: David Shipman
Format: Hardback
Genre: Movies & entertainment
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly illustrated survey of one of cinema's most imaginative genres, this volume chronicles the evolution of science fiction films from the earliest silent-era experiments to the blockbuster spectacles of the modern age. David Shipman presents a sweeping visual and critical journey through landmark productions, detailing the technological innovations, cultural anxieties, and creative visions that shaped each era of sci-fi filmmaking. With an authoritative and enthusiastic tone, the text illuminates how films like Metropolis, Forbidden Planet, and 2001: A Space Odyssey pushed the boundaries of both storytelling and cinematic craft. Shipman argues that science fiction cinema is far more than escapist entertainment, illustrating how the genre has consistently served as a mirror for society's deepest hopes and fears about science, technology, and the unknown. Packed with stills and production photographs, A Pictorial History of Science Fiction Films stands as an essential reference for film enthusiasts and genre historians alike.