Must-see sci-fi

Must-see sci-fi

Sloan De Forest

Book - 2018

"Spanning nine decades and branded by the most trusted authority on film, Turner Classic Movies: Must-See Sci-Fi showcases 50 of the most shocking, weird, wonderful, and mind-bending movies ever made.From A Trip to the Moon (1902) to Arrival (2016), science fiction cinema has produced a body of classics with a broader range of styles, stories, and subject matter than perhaps any other film genre. They are movies that embed themselves in the depths of the mind, coloring our view of day-to-day reality and probably fueling a few dreams (and nightmares) along the way.In Turner Classic Movies: Must-See Sci-Fi, fifty unforgettable films are profiled, including beloved favorites like The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) and Fantastic Voyage (...1966), groundbreaking shockers like Planet of the Apes (1968) and Alien(1979), and lesser-known landmarks like Things to Come (1936) and Solaris (1972). Illustrated by astounding color and black-and-white images, the book presents the best of this mind-bending genre, detailing through insightful commentary and behind-the-scenes stories why each film remains essential viewing. A perfect gift for any film buff or sci-fi fanatic!"--Provided by publisher.

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Subjects
Science fiction films > History and criticism.
Published
Philadelphia : Running Press 2018.
Language
English
Corporate Author
Turner Classic Movies (Firm)
Main Author
Sloan De Forest (author)
Corporate Author
Turner Classic Movies (Firm) (-)
Edition
First edition
Item Description
"50 movies that are out of this world"--Cover.
Physical Description
280 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 264-271) and index.
ISBN
9780762491520
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Review by Booklist Review

*Starred Review* With the vast array of online streaming services making movies more widely available, compiling lists of films in their respective genres becomes an almost impossible feat for any film buff. Science fiction has always been a technically innovative movie genre, building visually stunning worlds and special effects that make the unreal believable. Turner Classic Movies, a brand with gravitas, puts together in one volume a master list of 50 must-see films for sf fans and film enthusiasts. Listed in chronological order, starting with George Méliès' ground-breaking A Trip to the Moon (1902), film historian De Forest's selection includes such classics as The Blob (1958), Alien (1979), and District 9 (2009). This beautifully constructed resource covers each film in five-to-ten page chapters that include original poster art, production credits, stunning stills (in color when available), and an essay on the film's importance to the genre. Marginalia accompanies each entry to heighten curiosity, and a robust index makes for easy research use. De Forest takes exquisite care in making this list a master guide to the enduringly popular sf movies.--Michael Ruzicka Copyright 2018 Booklist

From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.
Review by Library Journal Review

According to actor and film historian De Forest, the most memorable sf movies are those that defy expectations. Referred to as "the impossible genre," virtually all sf films question our world and reality, pushing logical boundaries by asking, "What if?" The purpose of this book is not to list the greatest or most popular sf films but rather to highlight those that linger in audiences' minds. The 50 "unforgettable" titles profiled in this thoughtful but subjective list range from one of the earliest sf films A Trip to the Moon (1902) to the more recent Arrival (2016). Also included are "far-out facts" and "mind-blowing moments" from each movie. The overviews are succinct, providing context but no spoilers. VERDICT Recommended for film general film enthusiasts, particularly fans of the sf genre.-Gary Medina, El Camino Coll., Torrance, CA © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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