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Dune (2021) - Spoiler-Free Review | BONUS EP
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10/21/21 • 51 min
Denis Villeneuve's Dune is finally here! The long awaited sci-fi blockbuster has arrived at cinemas. We give a spoiler-free review of the film and talk previous adaptations, themes and Sandworms.
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Event Horizon & Pandorum: Is Space the Ultimate Horror Setting? | SPACE Pt 6 with Mike Muncer
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04/02/20 • 84 min
In this week's episode, we're diving into the terrifying side of space with special guest Mike Muncer, the master of horror podcasting.
Together, we explore the horror of space through two chilling films: Event Horizon (1997) and Pandorum (2009). We discuss how the vast emptiness and unknown dangers of space amplify the fear and tension in these movies, making space the ultimate setting for horror.
Join us as we delve into the cosmic horrors of Event Horizon and Pandorum.
Event Horizon at 02:45
Pandorum 46:09
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Introduction to Time Travel: How Does It All Work? | TIME TRAVEL Pt 1
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08/06/20 • 33 min
In this introductory episode of our time travel series, we lay the groundwork for the fascinating exploration of temporal adventures.
We’ll dive into the fundamental concepts and theories that make time travel such a captivating subject in science fiction and beyond.
Whether it’s bending the rules of time, encountering paradoxes, or exploring alternate timelines, this episode sets the stage for a thrilling journey through the past, present, and future.
Join us as we begin unraveling the mysteries of time travel and prepare for the exciting discussions ahead in this series.
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Nineteen Eighty-Four & Brave New World: Turning Classic Sci-Fi into Dystopian Cinema | DYSTOPIA Pt 4
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01/27/22 • 99 min
This week, we're diving into the world of iconic sci-fi novels turned into dystopian films, focusing on Nineteen Eighty-Four (1984) and Brave New World (1980). We’ll explore how these legendary books by George Orwell and Aldous Huxley made the leap from the page to the screen, bringing their unsettling visions of the future to life.
Nineteen Eighty-Four introduces us to the oppressive world of Big Brother, while Brave New World presents a society controlled through pleasure and conditioning.
Join us as we discuss the impact of these adaptations and how they’ve shaped our understanding of dystopia in cinema.
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Back to the Future & The Time Machine: Inventing Time Travel | TIME TRAVEL Pt. 3
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08/20/20 • 87 min
"Are You Telling Me You Built A Time Machine...Out Of A DeLorean?”
In this episode, we're all about inventors and their time machines, diving into Back to the Future (1985) and The Time Machine (1960). These films show off the genius (and sometimes the madness) of inventors like Doc Brown and H.G. Wells' Time Traveler, who push the limits of what’s possible by creating machines that mess with time itself. What sparks the idea to build something that can rewrite history?
Join us as we chat about these legendary time machines and the wild minds behind them.
| The Time Machine at 01:05 | Back To the Future at 40:00 |
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Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure & A Connecticut Yankee: Touring Through Time | TIME TRAVEL Pt 2
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08/13/20 • 67 min
"Time flies when you're having fun"
In this episode, we dive into the concept of time travel as the ultimate form of tourism through two iconic films: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989) and A Connecticut Yankee (1931).
Both movies play with the idea of exploring history as if it were just another destination on a vacation itinerary. We explore how these films turn historical events into fun adventures, whether it’s Bill and Ted collecting famous figures or a modern-day Yankee navigating the Middle Ages.
Join us as we explore these cinematic journeys and imagine what it would be like to tour through time.
A Connecticut Yankee at 03:30
Bill & Ted at 28:00
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Blade Runner 2049 & Escape From New York: When American Cities Turn Dystopian | DYSTOPIA Pt 14
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04/21/22 • 89 min
This week, we’re joined by top genre journalists and hosts of the sci-fi podcast Robby The Robot's Waiting—Richard Edwards, Dave Bradley, and Tanavi Patel. Together, we dive into the dystopian visions of American cities depicted in John Carpenter's Escape From New York (1981) and Denis Villeneuve's Blade Runner 2049 (2017).
From the lawless, prison-like Manhattan of Escape From New York to the neon-soaked, rain-drenched streets of a future Los Angeles in Blade Runner 2049, we’ll explore how these films imagine the future of urban America and the grim possibilities that come with it.
Join us as we dissect these iconic dystopian landscapes and their impact on sci-fi cinema.
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Planet of the Apes & Demolition Man: Frozen in Time | TIME TRAVEL Pt 4
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08/27/20 • 79 min
"You Maniacs! You Blew It Up!”
We dive into two films which both feature characters frozen in time, who awaken to very different worlds to the ones that they remember. This week we discuss Planet Of The Apes (1968) & Demolition Man (1993).
Whether it’s Charlton Heston waking up in a world run by apes or Stallone thawing out in a future where things have gone a bit off the rails, we’re talking about how time stops for these characters and what happens when they’re dropped into a future they never saw coming.
Join us as we explore these frozen moments and the crazy futures that come with them.
| Planet Of The Apes at 02:00 | Demolition Man at 46:00 |
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Things to Come and the Birth of Dystopian Cinema | DYSTOPIA Pt 1
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01/06/22 • 79 min
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Primer & Back to the Future Part II: Time Travel for Personal Gain | TIME TRAVEL Pt 11
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10/22/20 • 87 min
"How would you like to be rich?"
This week James & Matt discuss what happens when time travel is used for personal gain. To dive into this topic they return to the Back To The Future series and also discuss Shane Carruth's confusing but brilliant Primer from 2004.
| Back to the Future Part II at 01:45 | Primer at 43:00 |
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FAQ
How many episodes does Journey Through Sci-Fi have?
Journey Through Sci-Fi currently has 149 episodes available.
What topics does Journey Through Sci-Fi cover?
The podcast is about Geek, Scifi, Space, Fiction, Film History, Film, History, Nerd, Discussion, Future, Chat, Podcasts, Science, Tv, Movie, Tv & Film, Cinema and Review.
What is the most popular episode on Journey Through Sci-Fi?
The episode title 'Dune (2021) - Spoiler-Free Review | BONUS EP' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Journey Through Sci-Fi?
The average episode length on Journey Through Sci-Fi is 79 minutes.
How often are episodes of Journey Through Sci-Fi released?
Episodes of Journey Through Sci-Fi are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi?
The first episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi was released on Aug 22, 2019.
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