science fiction films

Examines science fiction literature and film produced in the United States from 1945 to the 1980s in an effort to discern the parallels between the genre and the Cold War.

Presents a guide to the Jedi Order, including the Sith's history, levels of training, lightsabers, Jedi Knights, and the Dark Force, with handwritten "notes" throughout it from well-known members such Obi-wan Kenobi, Luke Skywalker, and Darth Sidious.

A history of science fiction films illustrated with photographs from many of the films.

Profiles twenty movie monsters from cinematic history, including the Blob, Christopher Lee as Dracula, King Kong, Jaws, Nosferatu, the zombies from "Night of the Living Dead," and others.

Describes members of the Jedi and the Sith and how they use the Force.

Describes weapons which are used in science fiction stories such as Star Wars, "War of the World" by H.G. Wells, and biological weapons such as a virus. Also discusses real weapons used in real military operations such as laser, electromagnetic beams, and a PhaSR rifle for temporarily blinding enemy troops. Is accompanied by unique photographs.

Introduces children to classic science fiction novels, comics, television shows, films, and characters, including Buck Rogers, Flash Gordon, Star Trek, and Star Wars.

Story about an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. Vincent is an "In-Valid," who assumes the identity of a member of the genetic elite to pursue his goal of traveling into space with the Gattaca Aerospace Corporation. However, a week before his mission, a murder marks Vincent as a suspect. With a relentless investigator in pursuit and the colleague he has fallen in love with beginning to supect his deception, Vincent's dreams steadily unravel.

Discusses science fiction movies and television programs of the past and present, including "Buck Rogers," "The Day the Earth Stood Still," "Doctor Strangelove," and many others.