Hollywood Science: Movies, Science, and the End of the WorldWhether depicting humans battling aliens or a brave geologist saving lives as a volcano erupts, science-fiction films are an exciting visual and sensuous introduction to the workings of science and technology. These films explore a range of complex topics in vivid and accessible ways, from space travel and laser technology to genetic engineering, global warming, and the consequences of nuclear weaponry. Though actual scientific lab work might not be as exciting, science fiction is an engaging yet powerful way for a wide audience to explore some of the most pressing issues and ideas of our time. |
Contents
PART 1 DANGERS FROM NATURE | 17 |
PART 2 DANGERS FROM OURSELVES | 91 |
PART 3 THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE REAL | 165 |
Finding Real Science in the Movies and Beyond | 227 |
Alongside Hollywood Science
Theres Popcorn Science | 229 |
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Filmography | 239 |
Ac know ledg ments | 243 |
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Hollywood Science: Movies, Science, and the End of the World S. Perkowitz,Sidney Perkowitz Limited preview - 2007 |