The Science Fiction Film Reader

Book Overview

An illustrated collection of essays by masters such as H.G. Wells, Luis Bunuel, Jorge Luis Borges, Arthur C. Clarke, Anthony Burgess, Joseph Campbell, Pauline Kael, George F. Will, Robin Wood, and Susan Sontag.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0879109947
• ISBN13: 9780879109943
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Limelight
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.9" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

An informational treasure trove

The Science Fiction Film Reader is an impressively informative anthology of brief essays from diverse notable figures including Arthur C. Clarke, Anthony Burgess, Joseph Campbell, and much more, all concerning the philosophy, impact, cultural merit, or parallels with reality in a wide variety of popular science fiction movies. An informational treasure trove for science fiction movie buffs, The Science Fiction Film Reader is a fascinating compilation of insight into favorite mind-expanding popular films, and a highly entertaining way to learn a little more about the philosophies, psychological underpinnings and far-reaching effects of favorite films.