Hollywood science : movies, science, and the end of the world /
Perkowitz, S.
Hollywood science : movies, science, and the end of the world / Sidney Perkowitz. - New York : Columbia University Press, 2010. - x, 255 p. : ill., ports. ; 23 cm.
Originally published: 2007.
Includes bibliographical references, filmography and index.
A scientist and dedicated film enthusiast discusses the portrayal of science in more than 100 films, including science fiction, scientific biographies, and documentaries.
Specialized.
9780231142816 (pbk.) : £13.95 0231142811 (pbk.) : £13.95
Science fiction films--History and criticism.
Science in motion pictures.
Performing Arts.
791.4'3615
Hollywood science : movies, science, and the end of the world / Sidney Perkowitz. - New York : Columbia University Press, 2010. - x, 255 p. : ill., ports. ; 23 cm.
Originally published: 2007.
Includes bibliographical references, filmography and index.
A scientist and dedicated film enthusiast discusses the portrayal of science in more than 100 films, including science fiction, scientific biographies, and documentaries.
Specialized.
9780231142816 (pbk.) : £13.95 0231142811 (pbk.) : £13.95
Science fiction films--History and criticism.
Science in motion pictures.
Performing Arts.
791.4'3615