Posts tagged Isaac Asimov

Robots, Still Science Fiction?

Ok, I was reading an article in Popular Mechanics talking about some of the advancements in robotics (term coined by Asimov, I already knew that though) and some of the social, legal and ethical challenges this sci-fi field faces.  Then they mentioned this video: Mostly it seems people are a little creeped out by it.  [...]

The Science Fiction Masters

I thought it was about time that I finally talk about those authors who made science fiction what it is today.  I say authors because SF has always been at its best and most true when in the literary form. Science Fiction has been around since Johannes Keplers Somnium written almost 400 years ago.  In [...]

Top Ten Sci-Fi Movies of the Decade

The past ten years have been hard for the sci-fi genre.  While it used to be a busting category filled with hits and blockbusters, the decade began with a sour taste in our mouths thanks to George Lucas’ terrible Star Wars prequels.  Me thinks the years following showed a steep decline in our often space [...]