As a kid, I never had the luxury of the modern day flashy technology or CGI magic when it came to experiencing the world of sci-fi. My ‘brutish’ experience consisted of VHS tapes that had lost their luster, their images barely visible because they were worn out. Watching the original *Star Wars* and *Blade Runner* on those tapes, which I vividly remember, formed feelings that will last a lifetime. Each movie demonstrated the unparalleled beauty…
To be honest, the mention of the word “reboot” can be quite disappointing. While it does not sound heavy in any way, “reboot” comes with many nostalgic memories, both heartfelt and infuriating, simply because it now represents the less admirable trend of taking our favorite pieces of art…
The plot twists in Sci-Fi stories leave me breathless and questioning everything I know. Watching the movie “The Sixth Sense” for the first time shifted my perspective on film-industry plot lines through the major twist of the storyline. This industry really does offer the most breathtaking films, and…
When I try to make sense of science fiction, the first thing that strikes me is how both reality and imagination intertwine in a truly stunning manner. At its core, science fiction acknowledges advances in technology while also permitting an unchecked outflow of creativity. It feels to me—and…
The nostalgia of watching an ancient styled monitor screen brought to life with my favorite retro sci fi games such as *Asteroids and Spaceship*, where I could barely make out the ship outline, evokes a myriad of feelings. I remember the era when sci fi and creativity blended…
Dystopian science fiction has always fascinated me. Such genres act as a canvas of imagination where someone portrays his/her fears and make us ponder about the philosophy of humanity. While reading such spine chilling tales, I am bound to ask questions that test my understanding of freedom, life…
Contemplating the collapse of cities into ghost towns, the scant survivors battling through the wreckage, and entire civilizations stipping or civilization’s collapse has led me ask to ask myself why apocalyptic science fiction has always holds a peculiar charm. Not only can one find fragments in modern day…
As technology progresses at a breathtaking pace, I can’t help but reflect on how our identities intertwine with the internet. We seem to be living in two narratives simultaneously: one is deeply human, and the other increasingly synthetic. I’m particularly captivated by the balance of our “real” lives…
The more I engage with speculative fiction, the more I find myself relating it to my life, my experiences, and how I interact with stories and the world around me. Science fiction, and, along with it, the world of speculative fiction has always attracted me with its imaginative…
Long ago I developed an interest in AI, which led me to combine it with science fiction because it’s something usually fears and hopes blend into. My experience with “2001: A Space Odyssey” came was lifechanging in itself, especially meeting HAL 9000 for the first time. Beyond a…
Contemplating the role of artificial Intelligence in today’s society sparks a mix of dread and amazement—especially considering technology’s rapid evolution. AI is represented in literature and movies through a very cautious and optimistic lens which often rivals one another. To support my argument, I would like to showcase…
The concept of time travel is fascinating since any individual can change their past or look into the future. This wonderful idea motivates writers and can fill their stories with wonder and surprise. When I indulge in time travel stories associated with fictional worlds, there’s always something to…
