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1) Starman
Pub. Date
1984
Language
English
Description
An alien from another planet takes the form of a widow's husband, and they travel across the country to get back to his spaceship
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
John Connor's path into the future is altered by the appearance of Marcus Wright, a stranger whose last memory is of being on death row, and he must decide whether Marcus has been sent from the future or rescued from the past. As Skynet prepares its final onslaught, Connor and Marcus embark on an odyssey that takes them into the heart of Skynet's operations, where they uncover the terrible secret behind the possible annihilation of mankind
"A pulse...
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
This book is the definitive encyclopedia for the science fiction fanatic. From Barbarella to Blade Runner, from Solaris to Star Wars, and from 1984 to 2001, Sci-Fi Chronicles seeks out 200 of the greatest galactic creations. Presented in an arresting blend of incisive text, infographic timelines, and stunning photographs, each chronologically arranged entry features an entertaining overview written by a science fiction expert, plus: The lifespan of...
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
London, 2027. Because of an infertility defect, the youngest living person has died at the age of 18. As humankind faces extinction, one man becomes its unlikely hero. Includes deleted scenes and featurettes
"Two thumbs up!"--Roeper & Anne Thompson
"Made with palpable energy, intensity and excitement..."--Los Angeles Times
"...the most deeply imagined and fully realized world to be seen on screen this year..."--Washington Post
"One of the year's...
Pub. Date
2003
Language
English
Description
Archaeological students on a dig in France, find themselves alone when their professor is transported in time to the Middle Ages. The professor's son and students lead an expedition to save their teacher and the world from a time-space disaster
"...it leaves you with a smile."--Dallas Morning News
"....it's very easy to get lost in this silly, fun adventure tale."--San Francisco Examiner
6) Tron
Language
English
Description
Five incredible hours of bonus material including exclusive, never-before-seen special features
7) Total recall
Pub. Date
1990
Language
English
Description
A 21st century construction worker dreams every night about the colonization of Mars, so he decides to visit a travel service that specializes in implanting vacation memories. During the implant things go wrong and Quaid goes to Mars to sort things out
8) Cloverfield
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
A giant monster terrorizes New York as five friends celebrate a going-away party. Armed with only a video camera and their wits, they try to survive the most horrifying event of their lives. Includes featurettes, deleted scenes, and alternate endings
"...an effective film, deploying its special effects well and never breaking the illusion that it is all happening as we see it."--Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"This monster mash-up is a lot of fun..."--Associated...
9) The road
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
A father and his son are two of the last remaining people on Earth after an unexplained tragedy has destroyed most life. As the two head south, they are faced with many trials and tribulations along the way. An intense bond between the father and son is formed as together they strive to not only survive, but to retain humanity as they help the people they encounter along the way. Includes commentary, deleted scenes, extended scenes, featurette, and...
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
The mutant heroes sworn to defend a world that hates and fears them are back! With the help of new recruits, they must face evolution itself in the form of a former teammate
"...an eye-filling fantasy extravaganza and a big crowd-pleaser."--Seattle Post-Intelligencer
"Two thumbs up!"--Ebert & Roeper
"The greatest 'X-Men' movie yet!"--Maxim Magazine
"Explosive, adrenaline-fueled fun!"--New York Daily News
11) The prestige
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
A bitter rivalry between two magicians turns deadly as one tries to find the secret to another's most powerful trick. Bonus features include commentary, a photo gallery, and more
"Two thumbs up."--Roeper and A.O. Scott
"***1/2...you want to see it again the second it's over."--Rolling Stone
"A visually stunning, startlingly clever sleight of hand that will have audiences pondering well after the lights go up."--USA Today
12) Venom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Investigative journalist Eddie Brock attempts a comeback following a scandal, but accidentally becomes the host of an alien symbiote that gives him a violent super alter-ego. Soon, he must rely on his newfound powers to protect the world from a shadowy organization looking for a symbiote of their own. Includes French audio description.
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"From legendary entertainment journalist and author of Caddyshack comes a rollicking history of 1980s cinema-how eight legendary sci-fi films changed Hollywood forever In the summer of 1982, eight science fiction films were released within six weeks of one another. E.T., Tron, Star Trek: Wrath of Khan, Conan the Barbarian, Blade Runner, Poltergeist, The Thing, and Mad Max: The Road Warrior changed the careers of some of Hollywood's now biggest names-altering...
15) Gemini Man
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Henry Brogan, an elite assassin, is suddenly targeted and pursued by a mysterious young operative that seemingly can predict his every move.
16) Labyrinth
Pub. Date
c1999
Language
English
Description
A teenage girl's baby brother is kidnapped by the King of the Goblins; in order to rescue him she must navigate a devilish labyrinth.
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The year is 2307 A.D. The earth is frozen over and virtually uninhabitable. The remaining humans live underground, unable to survive the sub-arctic temperatures. With no 'man power', scientists bio-engineered humanoids that possess great strength, speed, and tolerance to extreme cold. A rouge humanoid named ASH-393 escapes from captivity and threatens to lead a humanoid rebellion against mankind.
18) Next Exit
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Two strangers agree to carpool across the country for the chance to participate in a controversial study about the afterlife once a scientist has conclusively proven she can follow people's continued existance after their physical presence has been terminated. Teddy thinks he'll be more successful while Rose just wants a way out, but both are leaving people behind and have secrets that eventually come out as they travel together.
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Tris must escape with Four and go beyond the wall enclosing Chicago. For the first time ever, they will leave the only city and family they have ever known. Once outside, old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless with the revelation of shocking new truths. Tris and Four must quickly decide who they can trust as a ruthless battle ignites beyond the walls of Chicago which threatens all of humanity. In order to survive, Tris will be forced to...
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