Tech-noir
Subtitle: the fusion of science fiction and film noir
By: Paul Meehan.
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 264
ISBN-13: 9780786433254
Subjects: Science fiction films -- History and criticism; Film noir -- History and criticism
Description: "From the German Expressionist cinema of the late 1920s to the present-day cyberpunk movement, the book examines over 100 movies in which the common noir elements of crime, mystery, surrealism, and human perversity intersect with the high technology of science fiction. The author also details the hybrid subgenre's considerable influences on contemporary music, fashion, and culture"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.