Tech-Noir Film: A Theory of the Development of Popular Genres

By Emily E. Auger

From the postapocalyptic world of Blade Runner to theJames Cameron mega-hit Terminator, tech-noir has emerged as a distinct genre, with roots in both the Promethean myth and the earlier popular traditions of gothic, detective, and science fiction. In this new volume, many well-known film and literary works-including The Matrix, RoboCop, and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein-are discussed with reference to their relationship to tech-noir and one another. Featuring an extensive, clearly indexed filmography, Tech-Noir Film will be of great interest to anyone wishing to learn more about the development of this new and highly innovative genre.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1841504246
• ISBN13: 9781841504247
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Intellect (UK)
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.9" x 9.1"