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‘Stargate’ May Be Sci-Fi’s Most Self-Aware Franchise

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

Meet a franchise that parodies its genre, its fans and itself.…

December 1, 2023

In an article about 'Parable of the Sower,' a woman in a red dress wears a red turban and carries a book while surrounded by a border of leaves.

‘Parable of the Sower’: The Best Sci-Fi Novel You’ve Never Read

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Written 30 Years Ago, ‘Parable of the Sower’ is a Powerful Commentary on Today.…

September 25, 2023

In an article about sci-fi, Frankenstein's monster stands back-to-back with Peter Quill from Guardians of the Galaxy in front of a colorful background.

From ‘Frankenstein’ to ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’: ‘A True History’ of Sci-Fi

Ava Coates, Emory University

Science fiction has a long and complex past. How have sci-fi works from previous centuries influenced the modern genre?…

August 14, 2023

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Laurell K. Hamilton Is Sci-Fi, Romance and Fantasy All Rolled Into One

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The paranormal writer might just be the perfect choice for someone looking for books including a variety of fantastical (and erotic) aspects.…

December 5, 2021

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Muscular Women and High Stakes: Why Lesbians Love Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

While some genres continue to rely on outdated tropes like female submission, others provide a beacon of hope for queer female audiences as they portray women as strong, independent leads.…

September 8, 2021

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Solarpunk Marks the Intersection of Sci-Fi, Sustainability and Hope

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

In the wake of anxiety-inducing news like the UN's climate crisis 'code red,' the genre can offer an aesthetic and a sense of optimism that is actionable.…

August 19, 2021

An illustration of Pratt in 'The Tomorrow War'

‘The Tomorrow War’ Is Chris Pratt’s Latest Venture Into Sci-Fi

Fatima Sani, Rollins College

The actor continues to make a splash in the genre despite often being labeled as the 'worst' Chris by social media.…

August 5, 2021

a Netflix sci-fi/fantasy adaptations - an illustration of two characters from The Witcher

Making Successful Sci-Fi/Fantasy Adaptations Is Not Always an Easy Task for Filmmakers

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Reworking popular novels into visual media has become a phenomenon in recent years, but many readers find the filmed versions to be unsatisfactory in comparison.…

June 12, 2021

An illustration of the title image of the show Love, Death and Robots for an article about its second volume. (Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez, Wichita State University)

‘Love, Death and Robots’ Is the Next Sci-Fi Show You Need to Binge

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

Space battles, alien monsters and a dog-walking, poop-scooping robot are all what makes the wild plunge into Volume 2 of this Netflix animated anthology exhilarating.…

May 9, 2021

‘Ad Astra’: James Gray’s New Film Displays His Sci-Fi Filmmaking Skills

Matthew Robison, University of South Florida

This new space adventure combines character development and a fantastic setting to show off Gray's mastery of the genre and storytelling.…

October 3, 2019

‘WE3’ Is a Dark Sci-fi Tale About the Horrors of Animal Abuse

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Grant Morrison’s comic book miniseries tells the story of three cybernetic animals and their perilous journey in search of home.…

August 29, 2019

‘Dark’: The German Sci-Fi Show You Have to See

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

As with any show about time travel, the question is not where, who or how, but when.…

August 13, 2019

Attention Sci-Fi Nerds: ‘Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return’ Is Here

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

‘90s nostalgia strikes again.…

August 5, 2019

‘Altered Carbon’ Is The New and Upcoming Sci-Fi Show You Can Afford to Miss

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

Be prepared for fillers, meaningless romance, poor writing and no detective. …

August 1, 2019

4 Upcoming Lesser-Known Fantasy and Sci-Fi Adaptations

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

We might be approaching a golden age of TV sci-fi and fantasy.…

July 22, 2019

‘I Am Mother’ Is A Sci-fi Thriller as Thoughtful as it Is Frightening

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

The latest Netflix original sci-fi film is a glowing example of the genre at its best.…

June 25, 2019

The ‘Imaginary Worlds’ Podcast Breaks Down the Sci-Fi You Know and Love

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

There might be more effort behind good sci-fi than any other genre.…

July 28, 2018

‘Trollhunters’ Will Live on in the Sci-Fi Spinoff Series ‘3 Below’

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

If you didn’t see it coming, you weren’t watching closely enough.…

July 20, 2018

The 4 Best Sci-Fi Stories on Futurism

Christian Cannon, Rice University

Look elsewhere for light reads.…

June 24, 2018

‘The Harper Hall of Pern,’ a ’70s Sci-Fi Classic, Is Still a How-to Guide for Feminists Today

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

Plus there are dragons.…

June 21, 2018

4 Netflix Original Movies That Sci-fi and Drama Fans Will Geek Over

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

It's hot outside anyway.…

June 17, 2018

Sci-Fi Novels with Big Screen Plans

Benny Diaz III, Southern New Hampshire University

If everything goes as planned, these thrilling sci-fi tales will be coming to a theater near you.…

November 24, 2017

The 5 Best Sci-Fi Books to Binge-Read This Summer

Devon Hodge, Western Washington University

A look at some of the most addicting, immersive and captivating standalone novels and series to dive into over summer break.…

July 19, 2017

2 Cult Sci-Fi Favorites That Out-‘Alien’ ‘Alien Covenant’

Daniel DeAngelo, University of Tampa

If you were disappointed with the latest iteration of Ridley Scott’s extraterrestrial saga, give one of these smart, visceral films a chance.…

July 2, 2017

‘The Circle’ May Be Sci-fi, but It’s Far from Fiction

Timothy K. DesJarlais, University of Arizona

Though a less-than-stellar film, Tom Hanks' new thriller poses real concerns about privacy issues with personal data.…

May 25, 2017

“Midnight Special” Interlaces Realism and Sci-Fi

Jenna Ramsey, Seattle University

It’s only March, but I’ve already seen my favorite movie of the year.…

March 28, 2016

Cowboy Bebop—An Enduring Animated Classic

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

Cowboy Bebop is a show that has stood the test of time. Let’s look back and see what made it such a landmark in the industry.…

May 10, 2024

The Islamic Blueprint of Dune

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

How Frank Herbert and his iconic sci-fi “Dune” were influenced by Islam and the cultures of the Middle East.…

April 9, 2024

Worthikids, Louie Zong and the YouTube Renaissance Man

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

The internet age has given rise to a new type of multi-hyphenate independent artist, like Worthikids and Louie Zong.…

March 11, 2024

In this article, about what Ridley Scott's classic film "Alien" says about society's relationship with young women, two figures sit against a dark background. A young woman with olive skin and dark hair gazes absent-mindedly in the distance. A xenomorph hovers over her shoulder, baring its teeth in a snarl, as its sharp, knife-like tail looms over her shoulder. Green light of a rather pallor variant shines over their skin, like the light of an emergency alarm.

What 1979’s ‘Alien’ says About Humanity’s Relationship with Sexuality

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

Exploring what Ridley Scott's "Alien" tells us about humanity’s "protective" relationship over women.…

February 8, 2024

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