From the postapocalyptic world of "Blade Runner" to the""James 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.
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From the postapocalyptic world of "Blade Runner" to the""James 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.
Imprint | Intellect Books |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | September 2011 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | September 2011 |
Authors | Emily E. Auger |
Dimensions | 229 x 178 x 35mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 492 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-84150-424-7 |
Barcode | 9781841504247 |
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LSN | 1-84150-424-6 |