Journey Through Sci-Fi: A Science Fiction Film Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

We're celebrating 5 years of Journey Through Sci-Fi with some big news! In this special episode, we're unveiling our next subgenre for the podcast and teasing what's coming up on the main podcast and over on Patreon this September. 

Needless to say, we've got an incredible selection of sci-fi films and TV to dive into and can't wait for you to join us for the next Journey Through Sci-Fi. 

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After 27 episodes and 54 films and TV shows, we've finally reached the conclusion of our epic series on Space Opera! To celebrate, we're recapping it all with the Journey Through Sci-Fi awards show, where we dish out some well-deserved awards to our favorite films and shows from this series. We'll reflect on what we've learned along the way and share some of the highlights that made this journey so memorable.

Plus, we'll dip into our mailbag to hear what you, our listeners, have thought of the series and get your recommendations for other Space Opera shows and films that deserve a watch. 

Don't miss the grand finale of this incredible journey through Space Opera!

Categories include: Best Space Opera Protagonist, Who Needs Science!?, Space Flopera, and the ultimate award Best Space Opera Film.

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This week, we're joined by the sensational film critic, writer, and podcaster Anna Bogutskaya as we delve into the wild world of Luc Besson's space opera adventures, The Fifth Element (1997) and Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017). From Besson's (sometimes peculiar) casting choices to the eternal battle between practical effects and CGI, we dissect what works and what doesn't in these two vibrant and visually stunning Space Operas. Oh, and brace yourselves for another round of blue aliens—this time with some unexpected stage talents.

Join us for an exciting exploration of Besson's unique contributions to the Space Opera genre.

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"Are You Telling Me You Built A Time Machine...Out Of A DeLorean?"

In this episode, we're all about inventors and their time machines, diving into Back to the Future (1985) and The Time Machine (1960). These films show off the genius (and sometimes the madness) of inventors like Doc Brown and H.G. Wells' Time Traveler, who push the limits of what's possible by creating machines that mess with time itself. What sparks the idea to build something that can rewrite history?

Join us as we chat about these legendary time machines and the wild minds behind them.

| The Time Machine at 01:05 | Back To the Future at 40:00 |

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"Time flies when you're having fun" 

In this episode, we dive into the concept of time travel as the ultimate form of tourism through two iconic films: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989) and A Connecticut Yankee (1931).

Both movies play with the idea of exploring history as if it were just another destination on a vacation itinerary. We explore how these films turn historical events into fun adventures, whether it's Bill and Ted collecting famous figures or a modern-day Yankee navigating the Middle Ages.

Join us as we explore these cinematic journeys and imagine what it would be like to tour through time.

A Connecticut Yankee at 03:30

Bill & Ted at 28:00

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In this introductory episode of our time travel series, we lay the groundwork for the fascinating exploration of temporal adventures.

We'll dive into the fundamental concepts and theories that make time travel such a captivating subject in science fiction and beyond.

Whether it's bending the rules of time, encountering paradoxes, or exploring alternate timelines, this episode sets the stage for a thrilling journey through the past, present, and future. 

Join us as we begin unraveling the mysteries of time travel and prepare for the exciting discussions ahead in this series.

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In the final episode of our space series, we reflect on the incredible journey we've taken through the cosmos, revisiting the films and themes that have shaped our exploration of space.

We also celebrate the end of our journey with a special awards segment, where we recognise the standout moments, films, and characters that made this series memorable.

Join us as we discuss what we've learned, share our favourite discoveries, and announce the winners pf the JTSF Awards - Best Space Film, Most Memorable Character, and more. It's the perfect conclusion to an epic voyage through the final frontier!

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In this special episode, we dive deep into the world of Star Trek and explore how the series has shaped our understanding of space exploration. From its iconic starships to its groundbreaking storytelling, Star Trek has inspired generations to look to the stars and imagine the possibilities of space travel.

We discuss the show's enduring legacy, the characters that have become cultural icons, and the philosophical questions it raises about our place in the universe.

Join us as we boldly go on this special journey through the final frontier in the Star Trek universe.

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 

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In this final episode of our DEVS mini-series, we dive into the gripping conclusion with Episodes 7 & 8. The mysteries unravel as we reach the endgame, where the true purpose of the DEVS program is revealed, and the characters face the ultimate consequences of their actions.

What is the final truth that the series presents, and how does it challenge everything we've learned so far?

Join us as we explore the intense revelations, the fate of the characters, and the philosophical questions that linger long after the credits roll in these concluding episodes of DEVS.

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In this week's episode, we tackle the profound theme of existential crisis in space with Aniara (2018) and High Life (2018). These films delve into the psychological and philosophical challenges faced by characters isolated in the vast, indifferent void of space.

Aniara portrays a spaceship's passengers as they struggle with the despair of being lost in the cosmos, while High Life follows a group of prisoners grappling with the meaning of their existence on a doomed mission to the outer reaches of the galaxy. 

Join us as we discuss the intense existential themes in these gripping space dramas.

| Aniara at 02:04 | High Life 39:16 | 

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