�Interested in CyberPunk Sci-Fi Watch These 8 Movies
What is Cyberpunk? It�s a subgenre of sci-fi set in a near future -that
focuses on technology within society and the social issues that come with
it. It usually features �high tech low life� such as advanced technology like
AI or cybernetics which in turn leads to a drastic and somewhat negative
change to the worlds social order.
A classic cyberpunk protagonist will usually be some form of recluse or
loner, who feels as though they don�t fit within society and never appear to
be content with their current life. � So today I thought I would make a
video -focusing on the well known but poorly defined, Cyberpunk science
fiction.
David Cronenbergs cyberpunk sci-fi Horror thriller Videodrome
Follows Max Renn, an ambitious but Sleazy cable-TV operator, who begins
to see his life and the future of media -spin out of control in a very unusual
fashion, when he discovers a pirate snuff broadcast called "Videodrome."
As Max tried to find out where the show originates, he gets drawn into this
bizarre combination of Tv, politics and mid-control.
If you�re familiar with Cronenbergs work, the you won�t be surprised to
hear that Videodrome is a highly creepy and original film that just gets
weirder and weirder! James Woods performance is first rate, where your
left guessing what will happen to his character next. It's a highly
immersive film that could be a bit too weird for some, so if you find
surrealism irritating or boring, then I would give this a miss.
Kathryn Bigelows cyberpunk sci-fi Murder mystery - Strange Days
Set during the last days of the old millennium -former cop turned street
hustler Lenny Nero makes a living dealing in illegal data-discs that
containing peoples recorded memories. When Lenny accidentally uncovers a
conspiracy involving a video of a prostitute being murdered - He starts to
investigate, where he is pulled deep into a world of mystery, blackmail &
murder.
Ralph Fiennes is pretty unlikable at first as Lenny, but he does start to win
you over towards the end of the film,
Co- written by James Cameron -this movie is really solid. It�s Point-of-view
scenes especially at the beginning are really well done, and while it�s plot
is pretty basic, it�s decent and easy enough to follow. Strange Days is
easily worth a viewing, and a great example of cyberpunk.
Director Robert Longo's cyberpunk sci-fi crime thriller, Johnny Mnemonic
In a world that�s inter-connected by technology where almost a half of the
population is suffering from NAS a technological disease. The story
follows�Johnny a data courier, who is literally carrying a data package
inside his head, the catch is -he must deliver it before he dies from the data
overload.
Based on a short story by Williams Gibson, this film presents an interesting
version of the future -with one of the coolest weapons I�ve seen in any
science fiction. While Johnny Mnemonic isn�t a masterpiece by any stretch
of the imagination, it's still an OK movie. The plot is pretty clich� and
Keanu Reeves really Hams it up! But the film is delivered in a kind of cool
way -and it�s terrible one-liners are quotably bad but funny
Oshii Mamoru's cyberpunk sci-fi action fantasy thriller -Avalon
Set in a near future wasteland, where young people are increasingly
becoming addicted to a violent and illegal virtual reality computer game
called Avalon. Where one of the best players Ash -hears rumours of a
more advanced level of the game that exists elsewhere. Where she joins a
gang of explorers to find a gateway to the next level.
From the director of Ghost in the Shell -Avalon, is an unique film about the
effects of video games on people, where it�s filled with discussions on the
nature of reality. But if there were two words to describe this film, I would
use Slow and Paced. It�s great looking and has a very unique Japanese
Polish theme. However this movie is not for everyone, but I would
recommend it to fans of more thought provoking Sci-Fi.
Steven Spielberg's cyberpunk sci-fi crime thriller Minority report
The year is 2054 where "Precrime" -a special police unit, is able to arrest
murderers before they can even commit their crimes. But when officer John
Anderton is accused of a future murder -he now has to run away from a
system he helped become successful, and try to figure out why he would
want to commit a murder.
Based on a Phillip K Dick short story -Minority report is an impressively
realistic vision of the future, despite the fantasy element of the precogs
ability to see into the future. The films plot and pacing is first rate,
but then again I expect nothing less from Spielberg. Com Truise is on form
where his character is pretty relatable where you get to feel how he
feels.�Irrespective of the sci-fi element, Minority report is a great crime
thriller.
Christian Volckman's animated cyberpunk sci-fi thriller renaissance
Set in a futuristic Paris where it has extremely rigid laws that keep its
populace in line and accounted for. The story follows Barthelemy Karas -a
policeman who is investigating the kidnapping of a young scientist who is an
employee of Avalon- a major health and beauty corporation who wants her
found.
Renaissance has a unique visual style that is more than just gimmick- the
animation is awesome, well-crafted and with decent camera work.
It does have pretty good voice acting from Daniel Craig and an OK story,
but the plot feels as though it�s had some missed opportunities where it
doesn�t raise all the philosophical and ethical questions it could�. While it
does suffer a little from style over substance, that doesn�t take away from
the overall experience.
Director Brett Leonards cyberpunk sci-fi horror The Lawnmower Man
The film follows Dr Angelo -who has developed a virtual reality system,
which has the potential to increase a person's intelligence. His test subject
Jobe - a simple minded lawnmower man is put into the system. Dr Angelo
soon finds out his creation does in fact work -but not without some...
unexpected side-effects.
Supposedly based on a short story by Stephen King -even though it differs
immensely from his original work.
The Lawnmower man is an interesting idea for a horror film. While it does
feel a little lack lustre in places. I�ve never quite understood the hate this
movie gets. I won�t lie and say its above average, and by today's standards
the film looks very dated, but Jeff Fahey and Pierce Brosnan are quite
likeable in their roles, the story is sound and it has that 90s cheesy charm
to it. Paul Verhoeven action, cyberpunk sci-fi thriller
-Total recall
Douglas Quaid is obsessed by a recurring dream of his where he goes to
Mars. Against his wife's wishes Quaid decides to go on virtual vacation
where he has memories of a holiday implanted. But an unexpected and
unfortunate series of events puts his life in jeopardy, which in turn forces
him to travel to the real Mars.
Everyone should know this classic, but it�s one of my favourite - so I
couldn't resist adding it. Total recall has a great story with solid action, and
academy award winning visual effects. When that all add up together, you
get a sci-fi film that can be appreciated on many different levels, whether
it be thought-provoking or just over the top gore.�The story twists and
turns its way around and doesn't stop until the finally- which leaves you
with a very ambiguous but cool ending.
�Interested in CyberPunk Sci-Fi Watch These 8 Movies