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Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
This book is the definitive encyclopedia for the science fiction fanatic. From Barbarella to Blade Runner, from Solaris to Star Wars, and from 1984 to 2001, Sci-Fi Chronicles seeks out 200 of the greatest galactic creations. Presented in an arresting blend of incisive text, infographic timelines, and stunning photographs, each chronologically arranged entry features an entertaining overview written by a science fiction expert, plus: The lifespan of...
Publisher
First Run Features
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
A profile of the life of the influential science fiction writer, Philip K. Dick presented through interviews with contemporaries and excerpts from his writings. Dick's writing and ideas on reality, humanity and technology which blend West Coast utopianism, counterculture paranoia and mystical experience have been adapted into films, including Blade Runner and Total Recall. Since very little interview footage exists of Philip K. Dick, this documentary...
Publisher
Screen Media Films
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Take an in-depth voyage into the sci-fi masterpiece with the visionary filmmakers who created it. See how one of the most terrifying movies of all time burst to life 40 years ago, inspired by ancient mythology and our universal fears.
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[1999]
Language
English
Description
"Journey back to the beginning of the Alien phenomenon with this fascinating retrospective on the most terrifying sci-fi saga of our time ... Includes behind-the-scenes footage, outtakes and a glimpse at some of Ridley Scott's original storyboard sketches.
Series
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Legion follows the story of David Haller, a man who believed he was schizophrenic but discovered he might be the most powerful mutant in the world. With help from a team of specialists, David harnessed his unique abilities and learned he had been haunted by a malicious parasite. Now, David is all that stands in the way of Amahl Farouk from attaining infinite and world-ending power.
Publisher
A&E Television Networks, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Did intelligent beings from outer space visit Earth thousands of years ago? Are we closer than ever to understanding the strange phenomena in our skies? Are ancient artifacts evidence of extraterrestrial visitations across the globe? This season of ANCIENT ALIENSʼ includes a mix of new episodes with fascinating subjects from an early-1900s prophet in Kentucky and new theories about Greek gods to the next generation of modern-day UFO hunters along...
Publisher
A&E Television Networks, LLC
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
In this season, Giorgio A. Tsoukalos and other ancient astronaut theorists revisit the vast locations across the globe where investigators have found the most compelling and promising evidence of extraterrestrial presence on Earth. From deep underground to the infinite skies, including sites and structures rich with otherworldly artifacts and evidence of UFO sightings and unexplained encounters, experts the world over offer definitive proof that we...
Publisher
AMC Film Holdings LLC
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"A uniquely intimate look at science fiction's roots, futuristic vision and our fascination with its ideas through interviews by James Cameron with A-list storytellers, stars and others whose careers have defined the field, including Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Ridley Scott, Christopher Nolan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Will Smith and Sigourney Weaver, among many others. Cameron takes us on a journey of discovery and exploration, helping us understand...
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
Each episode melds interviews with archival clips to offer a fresh take on televisions founding celebrities. Season two profiles science fiction, crime dramas, kids' shows, and westerns. The Science fiction episode features clips from The twilight zone, Lost in space, Star trek, The lieutenant and Time tunnel. The Western episode features clips from Gunsmoke, Bonanza, The rifleman, The big valley, Daniel Boone, The wild wild west, Maverick, Support...
