This is an epic deep dive into the 1984 sequel to 2001: A Space Odyssey.
For all its flaws, I have a soft spot for this film (and book).
Suppose you had a luxury spacecraft spinning at 1RPM to create 0.5g using centripetal force, as is often depicted in science fiction:
I believe that the perpetually spinning views would be extremely nauseating for most humans, even for short visits. Even worse, I suspect - when it comes to the comfort of the experience - would be the constantly moving light and shadows from the sun.
If you were at dConstruct on Friday and you enjoyed the mood music during the breaks, this is what you were listening to.
Thorough (and grim) research from Chris.
A deep dive into Pixar’s sci-fi masterpiece, featuring entertaining detours to communist propaganda and Disney theme parks.
Another great sci-fi short film from Dust.
A spoiler-filled look at the new Christopher Nolan film.
The viewing order for a Star Wars movie marathon
Feline-based communication.
The fiftieth anniversary of the greatest film ever made.
From another world.