https://movieweb.com Stay up to date with all of our most recent articles featuring topics from the sci-fi genre. Fri, 11 Aug 2023 14:24:42 GMT en-US hourly 60 A busy career woman and her initially reluctant botanist husband have a baby through an artificial, egg-shaped womb in near future New York City. The Pod Generation satirically addresses our dependence on technology, the definition of female empowerment, and humanity's loss of connection to nature. The narrative is presented in a somewhat tongue-in-cheek manner. There's never any real moments of angst or tension that divides the primary characters. That ends up being a mistake because the film treads into lukewarm territory. You appreciate the philosophical viewpoints, but it comes at the expense of entertainment value.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 14:24:42 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-pod-generation-review/ Ben Kingsley shines in a heartwarming sci-fi comedy about a truly unusual friendship. Jules is the story of a diminutive, non-verbal alien that crashes into the backyard of a widower with dementia. What could have been a frightening experience develops into a rallying of sorts for lost souls looking for companionship. The elderly become invisible in our hectic modern society that embraces youth. Lonely protagonists find belonging and purpose by caring for an extraterrestrial trying to get home. No spoilers but I almost fell out of my chair laughing at its spaceship's source of fuel.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:39:32 GMT https://movieweb.com/jules-review/ In the streaming wars, it's hard to find a service that's still reliable in regard to genre films. Excessive original content and franchises have rendered the biggest names generic when viewers try to find something of value, and some of them aren't that extensive in content. After HBO evolved to Max, we were afraid the change was going to have a negative effect on what titles they offered in the past.

]]> Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:08:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-movies-max/ Science fiction movies are expected to have a high budget with all the special effects and demanding production setups. However, history has proven that even high-budget films do not guarantee a blockbuster performance. One such example was Disney's biggest box office bomb, the animated movie Mars Needs Moms, which had a budget of $150 million yet only raked in $39.5 million in sales. Meanwhile, one good example of a box office hit with a low budget is the original installment of the horror film Paranormal Activity. This 2007 movie had a budget of $15,000 but earned more than $193 million.

]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2023 01:07:32 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-low-budget-ranked/ When Hollywood transitioned from the '80s to the '90s, technology was a huge participant when the rules were changed. Suddenly, horror wasn't as important as "looking good" in science fiction, and plots tended to be put aside for the sake of a better "look and feel." In budgets, changes were oriented towards special effects and finding at least a big name that could elevate a genre film into something more mainstream.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 04:15:04 GMT https://movieweb.com/underrated-sci-fi-movies-90s/ Hollywood is increasingly relying on sequels and remakes of classic films to draw an audience. The constant wave of remake announcements makes fans wonder if it's even possible to make something better than what some already consider to be the best films ever made. The most successful remakes are of films that have strong stories and timely themes but were marred by either poor direction, studio politics, or any one of the million potential problems that can plague a production.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 03:40:08 GMT https://movieweb.com/obscure-sci-fi-movies-to-remake/ When it comes to science fiction cinema, it’s generally thought that the 1970s or 1980s were the decades in which the genre really took off, so to speak. We may be partial to the '70s, with its Star Wars and its Alien. Or we may fawn over the '80s with films like Blade Runner, The Terminator, and so much more. But both of these decades owe something to the more modest, unassuming sci-fi of the ‘60s.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 01:48:36 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-movies-of-the-1960s-ranked/ One of the best elements of a well-told story is a vibrant, emotional setting, and there is possibly no greater canvas of the imagination than outer space. Humanity’s capacity for space exploration in the last century has bloomed alongside a deep interest for the great void above in all the realms of art. The mystery of space has captured the attention of filmmakers as well, whose medium lends itself well to depicting the wonder of the endless black expanse.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 15:51:23 GMT https://movieweb.com/outer-space-movies-2000s-best/ Extraterrestrial films of all kinds over the decades have most often depicted aliens as invasive, supremely intelligent monsters looking to wipe out or enslave the inferior human race, seldom ever appearing as a savior. However, Richard Bakewell's upcoming new sci-fi film Roswell Delirium will depict a different kind of fight for survival, as humans struggle to live on after a Soviet nuclear catastrophe and find sanctuary in the most unlikely of places on Earth. Per an exclusive report from Collider, the official trailer for the film has dropped, giving audiences a firsthand look at what could very well be one of the most unique sci-fi dramas in recent years.

]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 23:57:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/aliens-come-as-saviors-in-roswell-delirium-trailer-science-fiction/ The first sci-fi films that young people watch in theaters — movies like Star Wars, Avatar, or E.T. — tend to bring to life ideas that usually existed in the imagination. Whether the film was thrilling, calm, emotional, or even scary, chances are that moment became part of a collection of experiences that people are able to tell over and over without missing details.

]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 20:14:49 GMT https://movieweb.com/most-mind-blowing-sci-fi-movies/ As we sailed through Y2K and nothing really happened, the 2000s arrived, and cinema underwent a radical shift. Science fiction films of the decade tackled new concerns about growing technology, and thanks to advancements in VFX, it was easier than ever to bring high-concept films in on a cheaper budget. Sci-fi films in the 2000s had a different flavor to them than in decades prior.

]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:00:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/underrated-sci-fi-movies-2000s/ After the landslide win of Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite at the Academy Awards, the South Korean film industry not only has a seat at the high tables of films and television, it seems to be firmly placed at the head of the table. The South Korean film industry’s creative renaissance was introduced to the world in the late '90s and early 2000s, with films such as Oldboy and Memories of Murder being highly appreciated by film aficionados globally.

]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:10:24 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-south-korean-sci-fi-movies-ranked/ Science Fiction is a popular genre that takes aspects of real-life science and amplifies it into something that is fictional. For example, Jurassic Park takes the concept of recreating dangerous dinosaurs to a new level by advancing the science of it. However, there is some science in these films that could actually be applied to real life.

]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:50:57 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-movies-scientifically-accurate/ The science fiction genre is defined by imaginative concepts, typically centering around speculation about the future, alternate timelines, or life aboard spaceships and on other planets. Sci-fi movies generally get these big ideas across to their audience using dazzling special effects, creative set design, and, of course, costumes that are carefully crafted to convey the utility and/or the fashion trends of their respective futuristic eras. Although the sci-fi genre has proffered up some of the most memorable and utterly cool costumes in cinematic history, it’s also opened the door for many impractical, ugly, and downright goofy ones.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 14:30:23 GMT https://movieweb.com/silliest-outfits-and-uniforms-in-sci-fi-movies-ranked/ Sci-Fi and fantasy are ever-evolving genres that are massively dictated by technological advancements, more so than any other movie genre. Whereas many worlds and special effects were once only managed to create in animation, now almost anything can be brought to life in live action. 2022 was an incredible year for science-fiction and fantasy, mostly thanks to technology. These new advanced technologies made a way to create never before seen worlds. However, it was not just the big-budget blockbusters that benefited, as cheaper cameras and effects allowed creatives of all sorts the opportunity to make the kinds of films that were unthinkable even a decade or two ago. The result was a panoply of great low-budget sci-fi films this year, many of which stood above the bigger CGI productions.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:00:22 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-fantasy-movies-2022/ A new, exclusive first-look clip and poster has been released for Zach Clark’s upcoming genre-bending comedy The Becomers ahead of the film’s world premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival later this week on July 22nd. The Becomers tells the story of a body-snatching alien who comes to Earth, reconnects with their partner, and tries to find their way in modern America. You can check out the exclusive clip and brand-new poster below.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:59:09 GMT https://movieweb.com/cannes-the-becomers-zach-clark/ Prime Video's extensive streaming library is certainly impressive. In-between their high-profile streaming exclusives and notable licensed library content, their plethora of science-fiction offerings combines vintage classics and modern masterpieces alike. Science fiction enthusiasts can rejoice! You now have cyberpunk dystopias and blissful utopias in equal measure, readily available at the click of a button. All we need now are replicators, lightsabers, and light-speed travel.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:53:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-science-fiction-movies-amazon-prime/ Ocean's Eleven director Steven Soderbergh has been working in secret on a new science fiction series in which Superbad star Michael Cera tasks a team with using a time traveling washing machine to return to 2023 and stop their dystopian future from happening. Titled Command Z, Soderbergh has now released the trailer for the project on his website, with several images and a poster also being unveiled. You can check out the images and poster below, as well as information on what exactly Command Z entails...

]]> Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:43:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/command-z-trailer-michael-cera-steven-soderbergh/ In the past few years, there has been a lot of discussion about so-called UFOs being shot down in North American airspace; they're probably spy balloons or normal detritus, but conspiracies have run rampant. However, in the absence of any incontrovertible proof that aliens have walked among us, alien invasion movies will always have to remain a little unrealistic in general. Since we don't know what they might actually look like, CGI and special effects only add to the surrealism of alien films.

]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 23:00:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/authentic-alien-invasion-movies/ Halloween and The Descendants star Judy Greer struggles with the ramifications of time travel in the first trailer for the mind-bending science fiction thriller, Aporia. Coming courtesy of Well Go, Aporia (which apparently means an irresolvable internal contradiction or logical disjunction) finds Greer wondering whether she should alter the past in order to save her husband and explores the ways shared memories can ultimately define the human experience, as told through the lens of this love story centered around a newly widowed woman fighting for control of her life. Check out the newly released trailer for Aporia below.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 18:01:18 GMT https://movieweb.com/aporia-trailer/ Paul Atreides must do what must be done in the latest trailer for this year’s sci-fi epic sequel, Dune: Part Two. Released courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures, Dune: Part Two will once again feature an all-star ensemble cast led by Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya as it continues to tell the tale of Paul and his messianic destiny on the desert planet Arrakis. Check out the newly released trailer for Dune: Part Two below.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:36:08 GMT https://movieweb.com/dune-part-two-trailer-reveals-more/ Star Wars has been around since 1977 and fundamentally changed the sci-fi landscape, but a lot of people don’t realize how many science-fiction films have come before the tumultuous space opera. Admittedly, before Star Wars, science-fiction films were for more of a niche audience. Much of the genre was simply not taken seriously before George Lucas came around, and great genre films like The Blob and Godzilla did not receive as much love from the Academy Awards, being dismissed as B-movies by critics and cinephiles (until they received intellectual reappraisals over recent decades which explored their brilliance, with Godzilla now referred to as poetry).

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:50:22 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-old-sci-fi-movies/ Most movies are self-contained, complete with concise beginnings, chaotic middles, and tight-knit endings. And that’s how most people like their stories. But movies are also canvases to explore big ideas and philosophical concepts that may not have easy answers. In these cases, a clean ending may not be a good or even honest one.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 14:05:20 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-movies-with-ambiguous-endings/ If one doesn't already have a love/hate relationship with Rotten Tomatoes and its rating system for films, a quick survey of their top-rated sci-fi films will likely evoke a passionate response. While their top films include some obvious sci-fi classics, there are some notable omissions and some surprising inclusions. One would expect iconic films like 2001: A Space Odyssey, Star Wars, or Blade Runner to make the list. Yet notable, all films are absent from the list. Now this is for a number of reasons.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 22:03:29 GMT https://movieweb.com/top-sci-fi-movies-all-time-rotten-tomatoes/ The science fiction genre has been one that entices its audiences as it sparks their imagination, poses questions, and offers thought-provoking narratives. In doing so, it sucks the viewer into a new world that is both relatable, and that is still fictionalized, which is the perfect mix. It helps one experience something beyond their everyday lives, which helps them get a higher understanding of their world.

]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 13:30:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/greatest-first-episodes-of-sci-fi-tv-shows/ As a way of demonstrating their prowess, an invading presence quickly turns all of Earth into an enormous third-world country. In what can only be imagined as a chaotic fever dream of dog lovers, many different breeds of human-canine hybrids continuously face off against giant rat rebels in brutal and ghastly wars.

]]> Sun, 21 May 2023 20:30:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/netflix-yakitori-soldiers-of-misfortune-anime-must-watch/ Among the numerous theatrical hits released in 1986, such as Tom Cruise’s Top Gun and Sigourney Weaver’s Aliens, a small independent film also came during the late summer called Stand By Me. While this Stephen King adaptation didn’t include action-packed scenes such as fighter planes jetting through the sky or terrifying space creatures exploding out of people’s chests, this realistic coming-of-age tale showed four young boys who haphazardly decided to go on an adventure to look for a dead body.

]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 19:30:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/disney-plus-crater-recreates-stand-by-me/ We love science fiction for its expansive plots and limitless universes. The genre charismatically uses the backdrop of space or advanced technology to explore big ideas, such as the value of life and what it means to be human. What better place to explore the genre's infinite possibilities and difficult themes than in a long TV series?

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 00:38:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-science-fiction-tv-shows/ Streaming giant Netflix has revealed our first look at the upcoming sequel to the 2019 Spanish science fiction horror outing, The Platform. Taking to social media to share the first images from the mysterious project, the sequel will take us back to the dystopia that so successfully disturbed audiences a few years ago. Check out the first look at The Platform sequel below...

]]> Fri, 12 May 2023 10:16:07 GMT https://movieweb.com/netflix-announces-the-platform-sequel/ Sci-fi has always been an exploration of what the world could be. It can show idyllic futures or post-apocalyptic nightmares. It can be used as a vehicle for deep explorations of complex topics or create fun escapist adventures. At its core, sci-fi scratches that particular part of our brain that wonders what the world might look like. 2023 has been a pretty strong year in science fiction, offering a little something for everybody of all ages.

]]> Tue, 09 May 2023 19:53:48 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-movies-to-watch-2023/ Humanity's remnants survive in a city deep underground with strict authoritarian order and no memories of the cataclysmic past. Silo, adapted from the novels by Hugh Howey, is a banner sci-fi series on Apple TV+ that never loses its captivating grip. The mystery that drives the show unfolds in different timelines through multiple characters. We see varying perspectives of a dystopian future where questioning accepted dogma has dire consequences. A superb ensemble cast and gritty production design take a familiar storyline to lofty heights.

]]> Thu, 04 May 2023 17:42:30 GMT https://movieweb.com/silo-review-apple-tv-plus/ District 9 director Neill Blomkamp reunites with extra-terrestrials in They Found Us, an alien abduction thriller set to be helmed by the filmmaker and with The Suicide Squad actor Joel Kinnaman set to star. As per a report by Deadline, They Found Us comes courtesy of AGC Studios and will find Blomkamp returning to the science fiction genre alongside the studio following the release of the 2021 sci-fi horror outing, Demonic.

]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:35:35 GMT https://movieweb.com/district-9-director-neill-blomkamp-to-helm-alien-abduction-thriller-they-found-us/ To call the '80s an experimental period in cinema is an understatement. The commercial aspect of cinema was solidified with tons of blockbusters, and horror subgenres multiplied. But film studios also saw a huge opportunity to experiment with genre films as home video was born and became unstoppable.

]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 21:34:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/underrated-sci-fi-movies-80s/ Science fiction and thriller is the perfect combination for a pulse-pounding and mind-bending cinematic experience. While the sci-fi esthetic or tendencies tend to emphasize dystopian and futuristic scenarios, the injection of thriller tones helps with tension building and elevates the engagement of the story. What makes this a match made in heaven is the societal ambivalence towards technology that still reigns today.

]]> Sun, 16 Apr 2023 21:31:12 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-thrillers-of-all-time-ranked/ The introduction starts with a private militia being sent to a remote island in hopes of rescuing a well-endowed family of three who have gone missing. Unfortunately, the helicopter transporting these soldiers of fortune suddenly gets ambushed, and a lone mercenary ends up fighting for their life on this dangerous isle. Strange cannibalistic tribes are around every turn with each individual having unique deformities and bodily distortions. The forgotten soldier’s only ally is a fellow hireling who not only has brain damage, but is also deaf from the fall. Most importantly, many hidden hatches that lead underground help the main character slowly unravel the truth behind this massive forest and everything underneath. Along the way, one of the three who were missing is not only alive and well but is now a mutant, with an extra arm and leg.

]]> Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:30:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/sons-of-the-forest-video-game-perfect-movie/ H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds is a masterpiece of extraterrestrial science fiction that has seen well-crafted adaptations come to the big screen over the decades. From the very classic 1953 version done by Byron Haskin that saw martians drop down into California, to the more recent 2005 rendition brought to life by legendary director Steven Spielberg, this quintessential alien invasion tale has been a fixture of fascination among audiences for many years. Now, yet another reprisal of Wells' story is being produced by Vertical Entertainment. Titled War of the Worlds: The Attack, a trailer for the feature film has dropped ahead of its late April release date.

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 21:46:59 GMT https://movieweb.com/new-trailer-for-war-of-the-worlds-attack-gives-the-classic-sci-fi-horror-a-new-look/ The mysterious and eerie elements surrounding artificial intelligence have made the futuristic technological tool a central focus of many science fiction features through the years. The sheer terror of being up against an all-seeing eye and the suspense that comes with the fact that your enemy is everywhere around you all at once gives an insight into what’s theoretically possible for our future as a race of humankind. For example, works like 2001’s Artificial Intelligence and HBO’s Westworld, which premiered in 2016, give a great glimpse into the imminent dangers that this new scientific advancement holds if it is pushed too far. With that being said, a new show is being released in just a month’s time over on the streaming platform Peacock where we will all see what happens when this all-knowing sentient being suddenly becomes entangled with the secret society of religion.

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/peacock-mrs-davis-trailer-breakdown/ Science fiction is a genre in cinema that is often the most challenging for many reasons. It requires arguably the most creative imagination because it must incorporate enough of the fantasy element to immerse and mystify the audience, and still carefully balance that with enough realism to make the premise and every aspect within it believable. After all, science is merely the man-made study of that which we understand about our planet and the infinite void of space around it, and our planet is so little. The creative possibilities are themselves infinite, but we the audience still must be able to envision it based on what we understand.

]]> Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:53:04 GMT https://movieweb.com/canceled-sci-fi-movies/ Science fiction has given the world some of the most interesting stories of all time. Stories that speak to an innate desire in humanity to look to our future and imagine what kind of world that technology will create for us someday, from the steampunk musings of 19th-century authors to the AI-centric daydreams that so many current sci-fi writers are pre-occupied with.

]]> Wed, 08 Mar 2023 04:19:33 GMT https://movieweb.com/cool-sci-fi-movies-no-logic-fail/ Science-fiction movies are different from regular dramas, comedies, and thrillers because they are often less about following the inner conflicts of the main characters of the story, and more about exploring futuristic realities or alien worlds outside the bounds of what is currently scientifically possible. But that does not mean the human characters in sci-fi movies are irrelevant.

]]> Sat, 04 Mar 2023 00:27:20 GMT https://movieweb.com/smartest-villains-movies-science-fiction/ Over time, A24 has become a household name synonymous with distinctly tasteful cinema. The then indie studio has now become a big time player within the echelons of the power circles of Hollywood, after consolidating its position as a worthy contender, with Academy Award-winning films like Moonlight and Minari. Despite being known for its auteur-based approach towards indie films, A24 has a wide filmography, with many of the titles being in the science fiction genre. Here are some of the best Sci-Fi films from A24, that will leave you speechless.

]]> Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-films-from-a24-ranked/ Science fiction is a genre of speculative fiction which involves the envisioned impacts of an actual or imagined scientific event occurring among society or individuals. The sci-fi genre incorporates concepts of innovative, futuristic science, technology, space observation, time travel, parallel universes, extraterrestrials, sentient artificial intelligence, cybernetics, immortality, and the singularity. Sci-fi explores the potential consequences of scientific, social, and technological innovations and evokes wonder while providing entertainment and may criticize current society and explore alternatives. Sci-fi originated in ancient mythology, and includes sub-genres of fantasy, horror, superhero fiction, cyberpunk, anthropological science fiction, the dying earth, gothic fiction, and more. Although the definition is disputed among authors, critics, scholars, and readers, the genre has become popular and influential in literature, film, television, and other media.

]]> Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-made-for-tv-sci-fi-movies-ranked/ Movies have the ability to transport us to different worlds and timelines. This is especially true for the sci-fi genre. Most such stories are set in some futuristic landscape where the rules of survival are very different from what audiences are familiar with in the real world. The sense of being in an alien reality adds heft to whatever philosophical and existential themes the science fiction story explores.

]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2023 17:00:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-movies-elaborate-world/ Jim Gaffigan (The Jim Gaffigan Show, Bob’s Burgers) delivers a career-defining performance in Linoleum, the quirky sci-fi comedy-drama from the mind of writer/director Colin West (Double Walker). But audiences may also be surprised at how much depth the film holds as it soars to trippy creative heights with its unconventional premise.

]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:28:06 GMT https://movieweb.com/jim-gaffigan-linoleum-interview/ Outer space provides a compelling backdrop for a variety of sci-fi movies. It takes the characters and audience away from the world they know and puts them in one of great wonder, while still embracing the human side of it. Its sweeping size and unknown nature fit equally well with realistic movies and fantasy ones. From classics like 2001: A Space Odyssey, to newer features like Dune, it makes a stunning and sometimes terrifying setting for the action. Here are the best outer space movies of the 2010s, ranked.

]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-space-movies-2010s-ranked/ Sci-fi films are booming like never before, spurred by innovations in low-cost CGI and the demand for more content by streaming services. It means that, more than ever, some "hidden gems" can be found in the genre, with most available to stream. The 2010s may have been dominated by superhero films, but sci-fi films also did well, with the Star Wars sequel trilogy, Jurassic World, and Avatar topping the box office when Marvel and DC didn't.

]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2023 17:16:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/underrated-sci-fi-films-2010s/ Oftentimes, science fiction flicks don’t age well. There are a number of reasons for this. For one, when plot lines are set in the not-so-distant future, the technology ages out. Other reasons include new facts being uncovered about metaphysical realms that make things like time travel, and alternate dimensions seem impossible, or at the very least, highly improbable. Donnie Darko, on the other hand, lives in that sweet spot between reality and the unknown, is set in the past (the late 1980s to be precise), and treads the line between reality, perception of reality, relationships crossing through tangent universes, and just the right amount of high school angst.

]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/donnie-darko-sci-fi-holds-up-20-years/ In the world of science fiction, anything is possible, and filmmakers have been taking advantage of this for decades, creating thrilling and unforgettable movies that take audiences on an incredible journey through time and space. From intergalactic battles to epic chases across dystopian landscapes, sci-fi action movies are the ultimate adrenaline-pumping experience.

]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:50:34 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-action-movies-with-really-creative-chase-scenes/ Science fiction blends many subgenres together that it's almost impossible to separate them or tell them apart. Speculation dictates a number of ideas compounding and challenging each other to the point of enlightenment. One big thing or many small things, science fiction paints a picture that either predicts or prevents the future. Illustrations have an aura that feels familiar yet foreign, like the fantastic worlds of Frank Frazetta or H.R. Giger. Images of what could be, the current path of change, the euphoric utopia, or the vapid dystopia all subject our attention to asking and answering questions.

]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2023 17:00:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/most-disturbing-scenes-sci-fi-movies/ Save for one or two films, perhaps, these directors provided audiences with the most well-known titles sci-fi has to offer. Space travel, time manipulation, futuristic settings, high-functioning pieces of technology — these are all common tropes within the cinematic genre at hand. And they've rendered their respective projects among the highest-rated and most popular movies of all time, with franchises like Star Wars, Back to the Future, and Planet of the Apes perfectly fitting the qualifications of science fiction. Those are some truly beloved titles by some powerhouse directors.

]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2023 01:41:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/most-beloved-sci-fi-directors-of-all-time/ The genre of science fiction has significantly evolved over the years. Most forays delve into questions of what technology may look like in the future or of how different alien species interact with humanity, be it first contact or years after such communication was made. Here we will look at the genre, decade by decade, and look back on the best science fiction films from each. We'll start with the 1920s and go to the 2010s, with a brief look at the best of the 2020s so far.

]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-movies-of-each-decade-for-the-last-century/ Time traveling is a fascinating concept that has everyone mesmerized for decades. It’s no surprise that anime depicting the events surrounding it has become a hot topic for fans. Whether it’s going to the past or future, anime such as Attack on Titan, Steins;Gate or Your Name, has severely hyped the genre. If executed well, time traveling can be an interesting base to make any kind of anime worthwhile to watch. To give credit where it’s due, here are some of the best time travel anime, ranked.

]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-time-travel-anime-ranked/ Love and Monsters is a science fiction post-apocalyptic adventure film released in 2020. While the film lost money on its $30 million budget at the box office, it received critical and audience praise. This cute and charming film is the perfect Valentine's watch for Sci-Fi lovers who appreciate dark humor and fun adventure in equal parts. Here are some of the reasons why you should put this film on your watchlist for Valentine's Day.

]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:30:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/love-and-monsters-perfect-valentines-watch-sci-fi/ Whether you celebrate alone, with your partner, or not at all, there are plenty of fitting movies to watch on Valentine's Day. A romantic comedy might be the obvious choice — some silly, sappy love story with relatable characters and a feel-good ending. But maybe you're a fan of genre films, and you're looking for something different from your typical rom-com fare. Who says you have to put your love of sci-fi on hold just for a holiday? We're here to help: here are eight sci-fi movies that are perfect for Valentine's Day.

]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-films-to-watch-on-valentines-day/ Strawberry Mansion was written and directed by Kentucker Audley and Albert Birney and stars Audley as a taxman named Preble, who is sent to the home of Bella (played by Penny Fuller) to audit her dreams. She has avoided downloading her dreams onto the new digital software and saved them on over 2000 VHS tapes viewed by Preble throughout the film. However, explaining the film's introduction doesn't do much. It is less about the plot than it is about the experience.

]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2023 22:10:39 GMT https://movieweb.com/strawberry-mansion-coolest-film-2022/ When you think of Japanese science fiction, what comes to mind? Is it everybody's favorite giant lizard, Godzilla, or a particularly memorable anime? Either way, we're here to cover the best examples from the genre, whether they're live action or rendered in 2D or 3D animation. You'll find that there are very few subjects Japanese sci-fi movies won't tackle, and that's part of what makes them such an interesting departure from, say, American sci-fi and its obsession with outer space and aliens. On this list, we'll be looking at unhinged metal fetishists, TV screens that show the future, the philosophy of cyberbodies, and more. We've curated a list of seven representative examples of what Japanese science fiction is all about. You'll want to add these to your watchlist.

]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2023 15:01:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-japanese-sci-fi-movies-ranked/ Syfy’s latest interstellar adventure The Ark is already making a colossal impact following its February 1 debut. The creator-showrunner duo Dean Devlin and Jonathan Glassner have crafted a high-stakes space epic that has left viewers gravitating towards the mysterious and perilous fallout from last Wednesday’s premiere. The turnout from The Ark’s debut has positioned it as a series on the rise after becoming Syfy’s most-watched premiere in two years, according to The Wrap.

]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:14:30 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-arks-debut-sets-premiere-record-syfy/ Science fiction is a genre of speculation and imagination. A wonder of the stars begets the want of space travel. Manual labor was made more efficient with the inception of machines. Before, the computer was reserved for scientists in a laboratory. Now, there's a computer in every home and pant's pocket. Compound devices and multitasking tools have simplified life's daily tasks. For any problem, there is a solution not yet invented. When reality is humdrum, science fiction plays with the possibilities, tests the theories, cements the laws, fashions worlds uncharted. Covering new ground, moving towards the future, which seems uncertain, while being informed by the past and present, which is certain, gives an optimistic comfort and awareness. Of the places one can go, there exists some familiarity with each step taken. Steps are soon replaced with tastes, a cultural palate for ideas exchanged over a good meal in some of the finest (strangest) restaurants the known universe has to offer.

]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2023 16:01:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/restaurants-in-sci-fi-movies-we-want-to-try/ Science fiction has an unusual dichotomy. Hard science fiction is based in reality and concrete facts, while soft science fiction lends itself to the fantastic and impossible. The genre takes us to subterranean depths and stratospheric heights. Somewhere in between is a middling subgenre, a speculative fiction that borrows established laws and returns what-could-be theories. Science fiction that makes you think about the big questions. Heady material on a cinematic scale is engaging on both a visual and philosophical front. Films like 2001: A Space Odyssey, Planet of the Apes, and Soylent Green presented social commentary on how the world works and how the world harms itself. Although science fiction opens our minds to new ideas in the long run, there are still some sci-fi flicks that get lost in the details.

]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:31:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/far-fetched-stories-in-sci-fi-movies-ranked/ Films that take place in or center around outer space have a special place in the hearts of the viewing public. From classics like 2001: A Space Odyssey to modern favorites like Gravity, The Martian, or Interstellar, we just can't get enough of travels and travails through the cosmos. At the very least, it's a fertile setting for all manner of science fiction and fantasy media, and we have not exhausted its many possibilities. The 1990s were a particularly solid decade for films set in outer space, and today we want to look at seven of the best examples. From hard sci-fi to fantastical cosmic epics, here are the best space movies of the '90s, ranked.

]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:01:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-outer-space-movies-1990s-ranked/ Adding the words "... in space" to the end of any title creates immediate sci-fi imagery that's usually pretty interesting, if easy. It's a good descriptive tool for recommending and reviewing certain shows and films. For the new original Syfy series The Ark, one can imagine The West Wing in space — a group of people, stranded in space, try and make important democratic decisions for the crew, all while walking and talking in a very Aaron Sorkin way. Or perhaps one could think of J.J. Abrams' Lost in space (no pun intended) — after a breach of the hull, a group of people try to survive while maintaining the artifice of their secrets.

]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:38:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-ark-cast-interviews/ Astronomer and all-around multi-hyphenate Carl Sagan only published one full work of fiction in his life, but Contact was nonetheless a treasure trove of fascinating, deeply meaningful sentiments, everywhere as beautiful as his popular science manifesto, Cosmos. “The universe is a pretty big place. If it's just us, seems like an awful waste of space," wrote Sagan. “For small creatures such as we, the vastness is bearable only through love.” Perhaps those two sentiments, simultaneously optimistic and melancholic, accurately describe the feeling of journeying through space.

]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2023 22:45:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-ark-review/ There are many ways to "play it safe" when it comes to making a sci-fi film. Aliens. The end of the world. Robots that are a little too human. Humans that are a little too robotic. In 1993 or 2023, these are all timeless enterprises bound to entertain a commercial audience, even if the movie ends up being no Blade Runner. Surprisingly, sometimes it seems that the one thing not so timeless to sci-fi is the future. Y2K films can feel pretty outdated and cheesy, when that date has indeed since passed us, and the world has not ended.

]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2023 17:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/strange-days-most-underrated-sci-fi-films/ The 1940s were the decade when World War II occurred, and the impacts of the war evoked economic expansion and advances in science and technology, including, films, television, and more. The era produced classic films which included mostly concepts of war, and the style of Film Noir became more popular with its combined themes of crime dramas and dark imagery. The genre of science fiction also rose in popularity with its envisioned impacts of an actual or imagined scientific event occurring among society or individuals. Sci-fi includes sub-genres of fantasy, horror, superhero fiction, cyberpunk, anthropological science fiction, the dying earth, gothic fiction, and more. Although the definition is disputed among authors, critics, scholars, and readers, the genre was influential in literature, film, and television.

]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-movies-of-the-1940s-ranked/ Science fiction is a genre of speculative fiction which involves the envisioned impacts of an actual or imagined scientific event occurring among society or individuals. The sci-fi genre incorporates concepts of innovative, futuristic science, technology, space observation, time travel, parallel universes, extraterrestrials, sentient artificial intelligence, cybernetics, immortality, and the singularity. Sci-fi explores the potential consequences of scientific, social, and technological innovations and evokes wonder while providing entertainment and may criticize current society and explore alternatives. Sci-fi originated in ancient mythology, and includes sub-genres of fantasy, horror, superhero fiction, cyberpunk, anthropological science fiction, the dying earth, gothic fiction, and more. Although the definition is disputed among authors, critics, scholars, and readers, the genre has become popular and influential in literature, film, television, and other media.

]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-miniseries-performances-ranked/ Riddick 4 has been in development for a long time now, but the latest addition to Vin Diesel’s Pitch Black franchise seems to be moving forward and some new concept art has given a look at the kind of action fans can expect from the sequel. Vin Diesel has been pretty busy in the years since his last run out as Richard B Riddick, the murderer turned anti-hero who made his debut back in 2000. With his Fast & Furious franchise and potentially his involvement in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy films coming to an end, it looks like he is looking to resurrect the popular character for the first time in over a decade.

]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:06:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/vin-diesel-teases-riddick-4-action-sequence-with-new-concept-art-from-sci-fi-sequel/ Sci-Fi Movies hold the magical power to take us to far-off lands of the imagination that appear every bit as real as everyday life. The greater the elements of fantasy, the more viewers are entranced by these fictional worlds. Losing ourselves in these imaginative lands is a universal childhood pastime, and its novelty never wears off.

]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2023 16:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/movie-planets-better-live-earth/ 35 years later, these 1988 science fiction movies are still fresh in sci-fi lovers' minds. It is interesting to look back at the influence of these films that have withstood the test of time. These are the best science fiction movies of 1988. Where does your favorite movie end up in the rankings?

]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:00:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-best-sci-fi-movies-of-1988-ranked/ A newly released teaser for the Netflix 2023 slate has revealed our first look at Rebel Moon, the science fiction epic from Man of Steel and Army of the Dead director Zack Snyder. The footage teases a grim and gritty sci-fi story, which comes with plenty of action, of course, as The Mummy and Kingsman: The Secret Service star Sofia Boutella takes the lead alongside Charlie Hunnam, Ray Fisher, and Djimon Hounsou.

]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:48:39 GMT https://movieweb.com/rebel-moon-first-look-zack-snyder-netflix/ Jung_E is an admittedly odd film, a South Korean sci-fi hybrid of Blade Runner, Robocop, and Ex Machina seen through the prism of mother-daughter relationships. It's a post-apocalyptic movie with detailed exposition and world-building, and yet mostly takes place in one lab. It has some exhilarating action sequences while also containing nearly one linear hour without any action at all. It has some over-the-top, comically quirky performances, but is also deeply emotional and serious. In short, Jung_E is weirdly structured but entirely memorable.

]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:19:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/jung-e-review/ As a sequel to one of the best science fiction films of the ‘80s, RoboCop 2 had a lot to live up to when it released in 1990. How do you follow up the wild violence and wry satire of a Paul Verhoeven film? Most movie fans would probably say if Verhoeven himself isn’t attached, it’s not going to go well. Amazingly, that wasn’t the case; RoboCop 2, though hit with lukewarm reviews from critics at the time, has held up just as well as the first movie, and remains one of the best sequels of its era.

]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/robocop-2-one-of-the-best-sequels-ever/ Following World War II and quickly transitioning into the Cold War, fears across the planet became more globalized and mainstream, naturally making their way in to our films, by way of pulpy novels by writers like Richard Matheson (I Am Legend). 1950s American cinema would arguably birth modern sci-fi as we know it, allegorically substituting Russian foe for that of a some Martian invader opting to invade, you guessed it, somewhere in America, threatening all that is good and just along the way.

]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2023 03:24:57 GMT https://movieweb.com/classic-sci-fi-movies-1950s/ Divisive director M. Night Shyamalan has compared his latest outing, next month’s Knock at the Cabin, to one of his earliest hits: the 2002 science fiction horror movie Signs. Speaking with Total Film, Shyamalan compared Knock at the Cabin and Signs, particularly the limited locations and the way both plots center on a family.

]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:10:45 GMT https://movieweb.com/m-night-shyamalan-compares-knock-at-the-cabin-to-signs/ A new trailer has been released for the Shout! Studios release of Linoleum. Starring comedian Jim Gaffigan and Better Call Saul favorite Rhea Seehorn, the film follows the host of a failing children's show who finds a new purpose in life by building a rocket, but as he gets closer to his mission to shoot himself up into outer space, strange events that keep happening will have him questioning what's real along with the viewers. You can get an idea of what the movie is like by watching the trailer below.

]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2023 16:14:11 GMT https://movieweb.com/linoleum-trailer/ In 1902, French film director George Méliès released Le Voyage dans La Lune (1902), which translates to A Trip to the Moon. It’s the first sci-fi film on record, taking inspiration from titles like From the Earth to the Moon and Around the Moon — two novels by Jules Verne. And since the movie released well over a century ago, filmmakers from around the world have been reinventing the medium thanks to their creative science fiction endeavors.

]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2023 22:37:35 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-years-for-sci-fi-movies/ Sporadic cancellations have become commonplace throughout the past year, with many networks and major steamers implementing these cost-cutting measures. On Friday, Deadline broke the news that AMC’s Demascus is the latest on the chopping block, officially receiving its cancelation notice. The half-hour six-episode science fiction comedy comes from playwright Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm and executive producers Mark Johnson (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul) and Kirk Moore (American Crime), who also doubled as the series showrunner. Unfortunately, the cancelation news occurred after Demascus had wrapped up production, with the series set to premiere on AMC and AMC+ this year.

]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2023 01:00:30 GMT https://movieweb.com/demascus-officially-canceled-by-amc/ How do you follow up a masterpiece? Many might simply answer “you don’t,” but director Peter Hyams was determined to try when he made his sequel to 2001: A Space Odyssey. One of the most underrated movies of 1984, according to Den of Geek, 2010 (also known as 2010: The Year We Make Contact) is the result of Hyams’ efforts to follow up the classic. Maligned by many for its mere existence, 2010 is not a particularly popular movie among science fiction fans.

]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2023 14:01:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/2010-underrated-sci-fi-sequel/ Mixing film noir and science fiction isn't easy. The bleak style of the first isn't always translated into an interesting version of the latter. But in cinema, they have the potential to hold the perfect chemistry in order to form a backdrop capable of supporting compelling stories.

]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2023 20:43:24 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-film-noir-movies/ Based on the collaborative science fiction novels by James S.A. Corey, Prime Video’s The Expanse is a masterclass in storytelling, performances, and visual effects. While the show initially aired on Syfy before Prime Video’s pick-up and development, the narrative continuity made the series one to be revered. The Expanse is set hundreds of years into the future, where space is now inhabited by humans. Earth still exists, making it one of the reigning planets alongside Mars, Luna (the moon), and Outer Planets Alliances.

]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2023 20:00:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-expanse-must-watch-sci-fi-series-why/ Long before there were science fiction films, there was science fiction literature. In fact, many of the greatest science fiction movies that we celebrate today are inspired by or based on novels written years before the films were even dreamed of. From the iconic stories of H. G. Wells, to the pulp and dime-novel yarns of little-known science fiction writers of the '50s and '60s, the film industry is always on the hunt for the next book or short story to adapt into a major blockbuster. Sometimes the novel is immensely popular and a dedicated fanbase hotly anticipates the adaptation, as was the case with Dune, and other times the film version takes audiences by surprise and introduces a generation to a once-forgotten work of fiction. In either case, we see that literature and cinema are very closely intertwined.

]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2023 14:00:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-movies-based-on-books-ranked/ Whenever a sci-fi film, particularly one depicting a director’s imaginative interpretation for the future of humanity, hits the Big Screen, it’s usually dystopian. The world has gone to hell; the aliens, the robots, or the humans themselves have squandered the hope for a utopian society; and freedom is the new “F-word.” It’s a bleak view on the future, yet so many sci-fi films adhere to the dystopian narrative. Blade Runner, The Matrix, A Clockwork Orange come to mind.

]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2022 02:04:07 GMT https://movieweb.com/sci-fi-movies-with-positive-future/