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Journey Through Sci-Fi

156 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings

Are you feeling lost in the vast expanse of science fiction film and TV? Let Journey Through Sci-Fi be your audible guide to safety.

Embark on a fortnightly odyssey into the heart of cinema and television with your dedicated hosts, James and Matt. We're here to explore the rich history of science fiction, one sub-genre at a time. From mind-bending AI, interstellar adventures, spine-chilling dystopias, and epic Space Operas, we've got it all covered!

In each episode, we dive into the intricacies of two sci-fi movies or TV shows. We delve deep into their themes, uncover behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and examine their lasting influence on cinema and television. Come join us as we venture through the fascinating world of science fiction!

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Episodes

Time Travel E09: Donnie Darko (2001) & Minority Report (2002)

October 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

"And if you could see your path or channel, then you could see into the future, right? Like it's a form of time travel" This week James & Matt look at clairvoyance in time travel films by discussing Richard Kelly's Donnie Darko (2001) and Stephen Spielberg's Minority Report (2002). | Donnie Darko at 01:52 | Minority Report at  45:40 |

Time Travel E08: 12 Monkeys (1995) & Source Code (2011)

September 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MB

"It can't change but every time you see it, it seems different because you're different." This week James & Matt look at the importance of memory in time travel movies. They discuss Terry Gilliam's 12 Monkeys (1995), the film it was based on La Jetée (1962) and Duncan Jones' Source Code (2011). | 12 Monkeys at 01:40 | Source Code at 50:32 |

Time Travel E07: Groundhog Day (1993) & Edge Of Tomorrow (2014)

September 17, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 80.3 MB

"Well, what if there is no tomorrow? There wasn't one today” This week James & Matt get stuck into time loops and look at two quintessential time loop movies. The comedy classic Groundhog Day from 1993 and sci-fi blockbuster Edge Of Tomorrow (Or Live, Die, Repeat) from 2014. | Groundhog Day at 02:09 | Edge Of Tomorrow at 41:00 |

Time Travel E06: Flight Of The Navigator (1986) & Slaughterhouse-Five (1972)

September 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

"Where I presently dwell, life has no beginning, no middle, and no end” This week James & Matt take a look at what happens when aliens decide to get involved in time travel. They discuss childhood classic Flight Of The Navigator (1986) and the film adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's 1969 novel Slaughterhouse-Five (1972) | Flight Of the Navigator at 01:13 | Slaughterhouse-Five at 33:37 |

Time Travel E05: Je t'aime, je t'aime (1968) & The Jacket (2005)

September 03, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

"How likely I'll survive? Oh yeah, 100% if I were a rat" This week James & Matt discuss time travel caused by experiments gone wrong. To delve into this theme they discuss the powerful Je t'aime, je t'aime (1968) directed by Alain Resnais and The Jacket (2005) starring Adrien Brody. | Je t'aime, je t'aime at 02:10 | The Jacket at 39:00 | Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on L...

Time Travel E04: Planet Of The Apes (1968) & Demolition Man (1993)

August 27, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MB

"You Maniacs! You Blew It Up!” James & Matt 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 they discuss Planet Of The Apes (1968) & Demolition Man (1993).       | Planet Of The Apes at 02:00 | Demolition Man at 46:00 | Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Time Travel E03: Back To the Future (1985) & The Time Machine (1960)

August 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 90 MB

"Are You Telling Me You Built A Time Machine...Out Of A DeLorean?” James & Matt take a look at inventors and time machines this week and discuss the 1960 adaptation of HG Wells classic story The Time Machine and the iconic Back To The Future from 1985. | The Time Machine at 01:05 | Back To the Future at 40:00 | Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Time Travel E02: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989) & A Connecticut Yankee (1931)

August 13, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

"Time flies when you're having fun" James & Matt explore the theme of time travel tourism by looking at one the earliest depictions of time travel 'A Connecticut Yankee (1931)' and the iconic childhood favourite 'Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)' | A Connecticut Yankee at 03:30 | Bill & Ted at 28:00 | Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Time Travel E01: Introduction

August 06, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 40.7 MB

Welcome back to the Journey Through Sci-Fi podcast. James and Matt return to wax lyrical about science fiction cinema and begin their journey through time travel. In this episode they discuss how time travel became such a popular sub genre and provide a sneak peek of some of the films they will be covering this series on the show.  Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space EP13: Conclusion

June 04, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.5 MB

In the final episode of their journey through space in scifi cinema, James and Matt discuss what they have learnt during the series and host the Journey Through Sci-Fi awards show. Categories include Most Innovative Space Travel, Best Space Discovery and Hero Of Exploration. They also give a rundown of some of the space films they didn't get a chance to to discuss during the series.  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on ...

Space E12: Star Trek Special

May 28, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 59.4 MB

As they draw closer to the end of their series on space James and Matt revisit the Star Trek universe to talk warp drives and wormholes. Episodes Discussed The Next Generation: S01E05 - Where No One Has Gone Before  Voyager: S02E15 - Threshold  Voyager: S05E01 - Night  Deep Space Nine: S01E01-02 - Emissary parts 1 & 2  Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E12: Star Trek Space Special

May 28, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 59.4 MB

As they draw closer to the end of their series on space James and Matt revisit the Star Trek universe to talk warp drives and wormholes. Episodes Discussed The Next Generation: S01E05 - Where No One Has Gone Before  Voyager: S02E15 - Threshold  Voyager: S05E01 - Night  Deep Space Nine: S01E01-02 - Emissary parts 1 & 2  Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

DEVS - Episodes 7 & 8

May 26, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MB

James and Matt discuss the final two episodes of Alex Garland's Sci-Fi TV show Devs and it's shocking conclusion. Join them as they examine the shows finale, it's science fiction themes and run through some of their previous predictions. CONTAINS SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E11: Aniara (2018) & High Life (2018)

May 21, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 72 MB

This week James and Matt take a trip into the bleak abyss of space as they discuss two films focused on existential crises. Join them as they take a look at Scandinavian sci-fi Aniara (2018) and Claire Denis' father and daughter space tale High Life (2018). | Aniara at 02:04 | High Life 39:16 |  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

DEVS - Episodes 5 & 6

May 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

This week James and Matt talk through the events of episodes 5 and 6 of Alex Garland's Devs. The mysteries of the Devs project continue to unravel as we draw closer to the series finale. We also learn a lot more about the characters pasts, as their backstories are revealed in a stunning way. CONTAINS SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

DEVS - Episodes 3 & 4

May 14, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

This week James and Matt return to their mini series on Devs and talk through the events of episodes 3 and 4. Expect more wild speculations and theories as they continue their watch through of Alex Garland's sci-fi TV show. CONTAINS SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E10: Gravity (2013) & The Martian (2015)

May 07, 2020 07:34 - 1 hour - 95.8 MB

This week James and Matt continue their look at space in sci-fi cinema by discussing Alfonso Cuarón's, Gravity (2013) and James Cameron's, The Martian (2015). Two films in which the protagonists find themselves stranded far from home, out in the depths of space.  |Gravity at 01:46 | The Martian 52:50| CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

DEVS - Episode 1 & 2

April 30, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

James and Matt begin a new mini series covering Alex Garland's intriguing sci-fi show. Join them as they discuss the first two episodes and what they think the Devs project might be. Expect some wild speculations and most likely wrong predictions for the rest of the series.  CONTAINS SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

DEVS - Episodes 1 & 2

April 30, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

James and Matt begin a new mini series covering Alex Garland's intriguing sci-fi show. Join them as they discuss the first two episodes and what they think the Devs project might be. Expect some wild speculations and most likely wrong predictions for the rest of the series.  CONTAINS SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E09: Stargate (1994) & The Fountain (2006)

April 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MB

This week James and Matt delve into two films that mix history in with their ideas of space travel. First up they have a look at a film that spawned a multitude of TV series and amassed a cult following, Roland Emmerich's Stargate (1994). They pair this up with Darren Aronofsky's beautifully poetic feature, The Fountain (2006).  |Stargate at 01:47 | The Fountain 45:32| CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add...

Space E08: 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984) & Interstellar (2014)

April 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This week James and Matt are revisiting the odyssey. Join them as they take an in depth look at the lesser known sequel to 2001, 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984) and Christopher Nolan's space travel epic Interstellar (2014). |2010: The Year We Make Contact at 01:35 | Interstellar 53:07| CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E08: Interstellar (2014) & 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984)

April 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This week James and Matt are revisiting the odyssey. Join them as they take an in depth look at the lesser known sequel to 2001, 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984) and Christopher Nolan's space travel epic Interstellar (2014). |2010: The Year We Make Contact at 01:35 | Interstellar 53:07| CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E07: Sunshine (2007) & The Wandering Earth (2019)

April 09, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt take a look at two space films where mankind attempts to save the planet. Join them as they discuss Danny Boyle's Sunshine (2007) and sci-fi blockbuster The Wandering Earth (2019).  |Sunshine at 01:34 | The Wandering Earth 57:46| CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E06: Event Horizon (1997) & Pandorum (2009)

April 02, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt are joined by the master of horror podcasting Mike Muncer to chat about the horror of space. Together they discuss Event Horizon (1997) & Pandorum (2009).  Event Horizon at 02:45 Pandorum 46:09   CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E06: Event Horizon (1997) & Pandorum (2009) with Mike Muncer

April 02, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt are joined by the master of horror podcasting Mike Muncer to chat about the horror of space. Together they discuss Event Horizon (1997) & Pandorum (2009).  Event Horizon at 02:45 Pandorum 46:09   CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

10 Cloverfield Lane

March 26, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 59.5 MB

In a special bonus 'lockdown' episode of the podcast James & Matt discuss Dan Trachtenberg's debut feature 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016), as voted for by listeners. CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E05: Explorers (1985) & Contact (1997)

March 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt are getting 'help from above' as they take a look at the 80's favourite Explorers from Joe Dante and 90's hit Contact from Robert Zemeckis. Explorers at 01:35 Contact at 43:20 CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E04: Solaris (1972) & Europa Report (2013)

March 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

This week James and Matt take a look at Andrei Tarkovsky's Solaris from 1972 and Sebastián Cordero's Europa Report from 2013. Two films which both feature characters who are searching for something in the depths of space.  Solaris at 01:24 Europa Report at 61:00 CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E03: Destination Moon (1950) & Apollo 13 (1995)

March 05, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt talk about the era of the space race and take a look at two films that depict what space travel looks like. They discuss Destination Moon (1950) and Apollo 13 (1995). Destination Moon at 01:14 Apollo 13 at 48:44 CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E02: Frau im Mond (1929) & Moon (2009)

February 27, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt take a look at Frau Im Mond (1929) by Fritz Lang and Moon (2009) by Duncan Jones. Two films which both depict journeys to the moon but have very different ideas of what we might find up there. Frau Im Mond at 01:43 Moon at 42:56 CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Space E01: Introduction & A Trip To The Moon (1902)

February 20, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutes - 63.6 MB

James and Matt begin their Journey Through Space by discussing what makes up a good 'space' film and run through some of the movies they will be covering this series on the podcast. They also take a look at A Trip To The Moon (Le Voyage dans la Lune) from 1902 by George Méliès and discuss the films impact on cinema and Sci-Fi.  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Fol...

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)

January 09, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutes - 62.8 MB

In a special bonus episode of the podcast James & Matt discuss Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) the final film in the Skywalker saga. Does it live up to the legacy of the franchise? or is it simply retracing the steps of the previous films? CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP17: Conclusion

December 26, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 80.7 MB

In the final episode of their journey through Artificial Intelligence James and Matt discuss what they have learnt during the series and host the first ever Journey Through Sci-Fi awards show. Categories include Scariest A.I, Most Useless Robot and Best A.I Film. They also give a rundown of some of the A.I films they didn't get a chance to to discuss during the series.  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add ...

A.I. EP16: Star Trek A.I. Special

December 19, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt delve into the Star Trek universe to discuss the A.I characters of Data and The Doctor from Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) and Star Trek: Voyager (1995). Episodes Discussed Star Trek: The Next Generation S02E09 - The Measure of a Man S03E16 - The Offspring S04E03 - Brothers Star Trek: Voyager S01E11 - Heroes and Demons S05E11 - Latent Image S02E03 - Projections S06E04 - Tinker, Tenor, Doctor, Spy CONTAINS SHOW SPOILERS Visit ou...

A.I. EP16: Star Trek Special

December 19, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt delve into the Star Trek universe to discuss the A.I characters of Data and The Doctor from Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) and Star Trek: Voyager (1995). Episodes Discussed Star Trek: The Next Generation S02E09 - The Measure of a Man S03E16 - The Offspring S04E03 - Brothers Star Trek: Voyager S01E11 - Heroes and Demons S05E11 - Latent Image S02E03 - Projections S06E04 - Tinker, Tenor, Doctor, Spy CONTAINS SHOW SPOILERS Visit ou...

A.I. EP15: Ex Machina (2014) & Her (2013)

December 12, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt discuss Ex Machina (2014) & Her (2013). Two films which play with the audiences perception of A.I and leave us questioning what's really in there? CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP14: Battlestar Galactica (2004) & Westworld (2016)

December 05, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt are joined by Film and TV critic Rhianna Dhillon. Together they discuss two recent TV series with A.I. at the centre, Battlestar Galactica (2004) & Westworld (2016).  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP14: Battlestar Galactica (2004) & Westworld (2016) with Rhianna Dhillon

December 05, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt are joined by Film and TV critic Rhianna Dhillon. Together they discuss two recent TV series with A.I. at the centre, Battlestar Galactica (2004) & Westworld (2016).  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP13: Uncanny (2015) & Zoe (2018)

November 28, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt take a look at two films in which robots fall in love, Uncanny (2015) & Zoe (2018). What problems does this pose given the creator creation relationship? and can an A.I. really develop these kind of emotions? CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP12: The Machine (2013) & Kill Command (2016)

November 21, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 75.1 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt discuss hostile takeovers by A.I and take a look at two small budget independent films from British directors. The Machine (2013) & Kill Command (2016).  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP11: Robocop (1987) & Upgrade (2018)

November 14, 2019 06:30 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

In this week's episode James and Matt explore the idea of synchronisation between man and machine as they discuss two films where the lines between robot and human are blurred. They take a look at Paul Verhoeven satirical sci-fi classic Robocop (1987) and Leigh Whannell's body horror filled Upgrade (2018).  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP10: I, Robot (2004) & Automata (2014)

November 14, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MB

This week James and Matt explore robot morality and laws. They discuss the influence of Asimov''s laws on A.I and the importance of having built in protocols by taking a look at I, Robot (2004) & Automata (2014).  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Terminator: Dark Fate (2019)

November 07, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

In a special bonus episode of the podcast James & Matt discuss Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) the continuation to James Cameron's Terminator saga from Deadpool director Tim Miller.

A.I. EP09: Bicentennial Man (1999) & A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001)

October 31, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

This week James and Matt discuss the Pinocchio problem by taking a look at Bicentennial Man (1999) & A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001). Two films which have A.I. protagonists who wish to become human.   CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP08: Silent Running (1972) & Wall-E (2008)

October 24, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MB

This week James and Matt look at two ecological Sci-fi films, Silent Running (1972) & Wall-E (2008), and discuss how they go about making you feel for the robots depicted in both. CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP07: Alphaville (1965) & Tron (1982)

October 17, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 91.1 MB

This week James and Matt discuss Alphaville (1965) & Tron (1982). Two completely different films tonally but both with the common theme of putting A.I. in control.  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Ad Astra (2019)

October 10, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

In a special bonus episode of the podcast James & Matt discuss the new Sci-Fi epic Ad Astra (2019) starring Brad Pitt.  CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP06: Ghost In The Shell (1995) & The Matrix (1999)

October 03, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This week James and Matt take a look at Ghost In The Shell (1995) & The Matrix (1999) and discuss how the potential threat of the Y2K bug affected peoples views on A.I in the 90's. CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP05: Sci-Fi Horror & Demon Seed (1977)

September 26, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

This week James and Matt are joined by Mike Muncer the host of The Evolution Of Horror podcast. Together they discuss 'Sci-Fi Horror' and why these two genres are so intrinsically linked. Staying on the topic of A.I. they also take a look at the film Demon Seed (1977).   CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

A.I. EP05: Sci-Fi Horror & Demon Seed (1977) with Mike Muncer

September 26, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

This week James and Matt are joined by Mike Muncer the host of The Evolution Of Horror podcast. Together they discuss 'Sci-Fi Horror' and why these two genres are so intrinsically linked. Staying on the topic of A.I. they also take a look at the film Demon Seed (1977).   CONTAINS FILM SPOILERS Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD

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