"Ahead, Warp Factor Three, Mr. Sulu": Imagining Interstellar Faster‐Than‐Light Travel in Space Science Fiction.

The author discusses the theme of interstellar travel in science fiction. Focusing mainly on science fiction films and television programs, she mentions early depictions of space travel, mentions the use of generation ships and hyperspace travel as forms of interstellar travel, and presents examples...

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Published in:Journal of Popular Culture (John Wiley & Sons, Inc.) Vol. 52; no. 5; pp. 1036 - 1058
Main Author: Weitekamp, Margaret A.
Format: Film/TV Criticism and Review
Published: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Oct2019
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