Cyberpunk: Envisioning Possible Futures through Cinema by Doris Berger Hardcover

Description: Cyberpunk: Envisioning Possible Futures through Cinema by Doris Berger, Jacqueline Stewart, Maya S. Cade, David A. Kirby, Norman M. Klein, Akira Mizuta Lippit, Emily Rauber Rodriguez, Patrick B. Sharp, DeForrest Brown Jr, Millie De Chirico Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description A visual exploration of cyberpunk and its global impact and lasting influence on cinema cultureCyberpunk, a subgenre of science fiction, first appeared in the early 1980s and uniquely captured the anxieties of the decade. Featuring near-future scenarios set in worlds that resemble our own, cyberpunk stories juxtapose technological advances with social upheaval, ecological crisis and urban decay. Central to these narratives are antihero characters who fight against corrupt political systems, technology gone haywire and global mega-corporations.Cyberpunk: Envisioning Possible Futures through Cinema examines the global impact and lasting influence of cyberpunk on cinema culture. Through rarely published behind-the-scenes photographs, film stills and concept art, the book spotlights iconic cyberpunk films such as Blade Runner, Tron and The Matrix; foundational animated features like Akira and Ghost in the Shell; and more recent releases such as Sleep Dealer, Pumzi, Night Raiders and Neptune Frost. More than 20 case studies written by critics, historians and filmmakers offer new perspectives on these films and their legacies. The book also features an in-depth introduction by curator Doris Berger; an essay by communications scholar Carlen Lavigne that discusses the genres 20th-century literary origins and the new, global directions it has taken in the 21st century; and an interview with filmmakers Danis Goulet and Wanuri Kahiu that reflects on the interplay among cyberpunk, Afrofuturism and Indigenous futurism. Details ISBN 1636811310 ISBN-13 9781636811314 Title Cyberpunk: Envisioning Possible Futures through Cinema Author Doris Berger, Jacqueline Stewart, Maya S. Cade, David A. Kirby, Norman M. Klein, Akira Mizuta Lippit, Emily Rauber Rodriguez, Patrick B. Sharp, DeForrest Brown Jr, Millie De Chirico Format Hardcover Year 2024 Pages 192 Publisher Distributed Art Publishers GE_Item_ID:161633261; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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