The Best In Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Films, Web Series, and Othe Closely-Related Media
Episode 235 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast kicks off a new four-part series highlighting sci-fi and fantasy films that shouldn't be remade, rebooted, or re-imagined.
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Happy New Year! This episode of the EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast, episode 234, reflects on the top five science fiction and fantasy TV series of 2024 - and why they should be on every fan's “must-watch” list. #scifi #fantasy #television
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Welcome to EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast
01:08 Reflecting on 2024's Top Sci-Fi and Fantasy TV Series
02:08 Avatar The Last Airbender: A Successful Adaptation
04:27 Fallout: A Retro-Futuristic Post-Apocalypse
06:21 Agatha All Along: A Magical Marvel Spin-off
07:37 Supacell: Superpowers in South London
09:37 X-Men '97: A Nostalgic Continuation
11:23 Closing Remarks and Announcements
This episode introduces the remarkable sci-fi short film ‘NEVEN.’ The film is set in a post-apocalyptic world devastated by global war, focusing on Peter, a young man with Down Syndrome, who forms a touching friendship with a robot named NEVEN. #scifi #shortfilm #downsyndrome
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Watch sci-fi short: NEVEN
Episode 232 of the Eye on Sci-Fi podcast is a Halloween special featuring a curated list of 11 chilling and thrilling indie horror short films free to watch online. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts or Amazon Music. #Halloween #Horror #ShortFilm
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01:57 Moody and Atmospheric Horror: LILITU
02:28 Samurai vs. Zombies: Sword Of The Dead
02:59 Vietnam War Ghost Story: Wandering Soul
03:46 Cosmic Horror: Eldritch Code
04:29 Meta Horror: Blackwood
05:08 Nether-Realm Nightmare: Dark Wake
05:39 Deaf Survivors Of The Zombie Apocalypse: Dawn Of The Deaf
06:37 Gothic Ghost Story: Mr. Memento
07:12 Exploring the Spirit World: Echo Torch
07:32 WWII-Period Horror: CELL
07:59 Mysterious Neighbor: Neighbors
08:48 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
This episode revisits our 2023 coverage of gripping post-apocalyptic short film PHOENIX 9. The film reveals a world devastated by nuclear bombardments during World War III.
Years after the attacks, seven survivors attempt a perilous trek from the east coast of the United States to a rumored enclave of other survivors in the west coast. Midway through their journey, the group takes shelter from an approaching superstorm in an abandoned building.
However, the building isn’t what it seems, and the group discovers a fantastic secret that may hold a ray of hope. #scifi #shortfilm
Watch Phoenix 9 on YouTube
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Yoruba goddess Osun blessing a worshiper. | Image credit: Michael Rhima
Episode 230 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast introduces 'ÒSUN,' a digitally animated fantasy short film by Michael Rhima. The film follows a grieving man returning to his West African village.
While there, he reconnects with his roots through a supernatural encounter with the Yoruba goddess OSUN.
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Watch the West African fantasy short ÒSUN on Vimeo
Episode 229 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast introduces the indie sci-fi short film 'LAIKA.' The film is inspired by the historic 1957 Russian space mission that sent the first animal, Laika the dog, into orbit.
The short film portrays a Russian cosmonaut escaping a severely damaged International Space Station, and their encounter with an ancient, alien spacecraft.
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Watch sci-fi short film LAIKA On YouTube
Learn more about: The historical Laika
This episode of EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast revisits our 2021 coverage of the intriguing sci-fi short film THE BOOGEYS, featuring Doug Jones (Saru, Star Trek: Discovery)
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Terry Carter as Colonel Tigh (Battlestar Galactica, 1978) | Image credit: Universal Television
Episode 227 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast pays tribute to the late Terry Carter (1928 - 2024), a groundbreaking television actor known for his role as Colonel Tigh in the original 1978 Battlestar Galactica television series.
The episode details Carter's impactful career, highlighting his achievements and contributions to the entertainment industry, including his work as an actor, Emmy-winning producer, and one of the first Black TV news anchors. Carter's legacy and influence on television, particularly for Black actors in science fiction, are celebrated in memoriam.
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This episode of EYE ON SCI-FI Podcast introduces the stunning Greek sci-fi short film 'iCon' written by Yiannis Liolios and directed by Konstantina Papadopoulou. The film follows a man named Orpheus and his wife Daphni, revealing an unexpected sci-fi twist in their idyllic life on a beautiful, isolated Greek isle.
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Watch Greek sci-fi short iCon on Vimeo (DISCLAIMER: Due to a brief scene of nudity and sexuality, this short film is not safe for work or appropriate for all ages. Viewer and parental discretion is advised.)
This episode revisits THE GUARDIAN’S TALE, a captivating animated short about a fearsome monster guarding a powerful artifact hidden on a distant and isolated planet.
When a spaceship crashes on the planet, the sole survivor - a young girl - and the terrifying creature form a most unlikely friendship.
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Watch: The Guardian’s Tale on Vimeo
Episode 224 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast welcomes back Dan Abella, the founder and lead programmer of the New York Science Fiction Film Festival.
Dan and host Rod Faulkner discuss the festival's mission, its upcoming events, and its exciting line-up of films from around the world, focusing on themes like 'The Dark Side of Eden' and 'Future Shock.'
Dan and Rod also discuss standout festival films, the importance of quality screenwriting, and the unique approach of the festival in showcasing speculative and independent works.
Additionally, they touch upon the festival's screenwriting awards ceremony and its streaming component for those unable to attend in person.
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Episode 223 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast delves into dystopian futures, from certain classic science fiction works like 'Fahrenheit 451,' '1984,' 'Parable of the Sower,' seem almost inevitable.
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Read the Medium article: Dystopian Futures That Seem Inevitable
Image Credit: Evan Woolery
This epsiode, we dive into the sci-fi/fantasy short film 'Orientation' by director Evan Woolery. The film presents an extraordinary and intimidating depiction of the afterlife.
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Watch ORIENTATION on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7QXiwsxDC8&t=98s
Image credit: Bitfilms
This episode of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast introduces 'The New Pioneers,' a remarkable animated science fiction short film set in the far future. Directed by Chris Perry and co-written by Perry and Michael Schurter, the film follows an orphan teen named Mynn who bravely defends a small human camp from a creature attacking their protective electric shield.
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Watch The New Pioneers: https://vimeo.com/bitfilms/np