Science Fiction in the Atomic Age

Science Fiction in the Atomic Age (2025- )

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This four-part series explores the history of science fiction in the atomic age. It looks at the creation of the atomic bomb by J. Robert Oppenheimer and others, the Cold War, and the many varieties of science fiction expression in all media. Richly illustrated and with a specially written orchestral score, this powerful series will inspire, shock, engage and entertain, with its evocative description of visions of the future expressed in the greatest works of science fiction.

 

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Quatermass to Christopher Nolan
Season 1Episode 445 min

Quatermass to Christopher Nolan

The impact of film and television on the perception of science fiction.

Apr 3, 2025

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04Quatermass to Christopher NolanApr 3, 2025
S01E03Margaret Atwood to Ted ChiangApr 3, 2025
S01E02Arthur C Clarke to Ray BradburyApr 3, 2025
S01E01Mary Shelley to Isaac AsimovApr 3, 2025
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