Sci-Fi and VR: How Virtual Reality was Depicted in Movies
Different worlds and simulated environments have been a popular topic in science fiction for decades. Yet the form we know and use today – virtual reality – has not appeared until the early 1980s. While the perception of reality has been a question that has been a concert for thinkers and philosophers for ages – […]
Skyline
When I first saw the trailer for Skyline I was actually pretty excited. District 9 was one of my favorite films of last year. Similar to that film, Skyline boasts some impressive visual effects on a meager budget. But the last shot of that first trailer brought me two steps back in my excitement level. […]
Hollywood’s Biggest Disappointments
Sometimes hype is a good thing. Hype can bring in new viewers who would have potentially ignored something if the hype hadn’t been there. Although, more often than not, hype can bring in unrealistic expectations. Take for example James Cameron’s latest project, Avatar, the hype surrounding it has been huge, and why not? It is […]
