The Men of Science Fiction Ramón Espejo Masters Himself in "Hunter’s Run" Ramón Espejo’s journey in "Hunter’s Run" reveals how grit, solitude, and self-confrontation forge a man of strength, character, and purpose on a wild and unforgiving alien frontier.
Trivia Peter Cushing Wore Slippers in "Star Wars" Peter Cushing wore slippers while playing Grand Moff Tarkin in "Star Wars" because his boots were too tight, a behind-the-scenes choice that reveals the ingenuity of classic sci-fi filmmaking.
SFC Newsletter Neuromancer Turns 41: How Cyberpunk Was Born Explore how William Gibson’s 1984 novel "Neuromancer" launched the cyberpunk genre and introduced the world to cyberspace, forever changing science fiction and digital culture.
Book Review How "A Canticle for Leibowitz" Reflects the Cycle of History A haunting review of "A Canticle for Leibowitz," a Cold War-era novel that explores memory, faith, and the fragile cycle of civilization through the quiet persistence of a desert monastery.
The Men of Science Fiction Gully Foyle Forged His Own Destiny Gully Foyle’s journey in "The Stars My Destination" shows how strength, courage, and hard-won mastery can forge a man’s destiny and offer redemption beyond vengeance in classic science fiction.
What If? What if the Door Had Stayed Closed in "Blade Runner" A thoughtful exploration of the shadows cast by an unwritten ending in "Blade Runner," reflecting on how a single unmade choice might have reshaped its meaning, mood, and place in science fiction history.
Book Review Hope and Hard Work in Heinlein’s "The Door into Summer" This review of "The Door into Summer" explores Heinlein’s optimistic tale of invention, resilience, and hope, highlighting its enduring appeal for fans of classic science fiction and timeless values.
The Men of Science Fiction How One Man’s Mastery Lifted Mankind Vannevar Morgan’s pursuit of mastery in “The Fountains of Paradise” reflects sacrifice, innovation, and dedication, offering timeless lessons for men who seek to build and achieve.
SFC Newsletter The Boy From the Stars Who Became Superman The fan tradition of Superman’s June 18 arrival highlights a story of hope, duty, and moral strength. This issue reflects on the values that shaped the hero and shares three little-known trivia gems.
The Men of Science Fiction John Christian Falkenberg Commands with Honor John Christian Falkenberg in "The Mercenary" leads not with ambition but with discipline and principle, preserving civilization through honor, strategy, and a soldier’s burdened wisdom.
Science Fiction Films Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome Explores Power and Redemption "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome" (1985), directed by George Miller, offers a nostalgic blend of action and dystopian themes, rated 6.2/10.
SFC Newsletter A Boy, a Bike, and an Extra-Terrestrial How a stranded alien and a suburban boy reshaped science fiction storytelling. Plus, the moment E.T. turned tears into box office history and three behind-the-scenes trivia gems.
SFC Newsletter Happy Birthday to the Jedi Who Wouldn't Bend to the Council Happy birthday to Liam Neeson, the man behind Qui-Gon Jinn. This week we honor his role in “The Phantom Menace” and look at why sci-fi mentors always seem to die too soon. Trivia included.
Book Review "More Than Human" by Theodore Sturgeon Is a Science Fiction Masterpiece Theodore Sturgeon's "More Than Human" explores human evolution through unity, empathy, and moral depth, offering timeless science fiction that speaks to the heart as much as the mind.
What If? If Wash Had Lived in Serenity Explores how "Serenity" might have changed if Wash lived—shifting its themes from sacrifice to resilience and offering a richer emotional resolution in the face of sci-fi’s harsh realities.
SFC Newsletter Sci-Fi Still Needs Heroes Luke Skywalker reintroduced the classic hero’s journey to science fiction. Nearly fifty years later, his path still echoes in stories of sacrifice, courage, and moral clarity—from Luke to Logan.
Book Review When a Man Stands Alone – Responsibility in "I Am Legend" In Richard Matheson’s “I Am Legend,” Robert Neville shows what it means to be a man of discipline, duty, and resolve—even when the world falls apart.
Trivia Buck Rogers reuses Battlestar Galactica props Discover how "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century" reused sets, props, and effects from "Battlestar Galactica" to cut costs while building a distinct identity in late 1970s science fiction television.
Book Review Why "Fahrenheit 451" Still Matters in the Age of Noise Bradbury’s "Fahrenheit 451" remains a chilling reflection on censorship, mass distraction, and moral decline in a world that trades truth and memory for comfort and silence.
The Men of Science Fiction The Making of a Citizen Johnny Rico’s journey in "Starship Troopers" reveals how true patriotism is shaped through hardship, personal loss, and the quiet resolve to serve something greater than oneself.
Science Fiction Films Time Travel, Teenagers, and a DeLorean with an Attitude In "Back to the Future" (1985), directed by Robert Zemeckis, time travel meets charm. A nostalgic classic rated 8.5/10.
The Men of Science Fiction Dave Bowman’s Morality at the Edge of the Unknown Dave Bowman in "2001: A Space Odyssey" exemplifies moral courage, facing technological and cosmic challenges with quiet virtue in one of science fiction’s most profound narratives.
Science Fiction Films Obedience and Oblivion Michael Radford’s Vision of Orwell’s World Explore the haunting vision of a totalitarian future in "Nineteen Eighty-Four" (1984), directed by Michael Radford. Rating: 7.0/10.
Book Review "Gather, Darkness!" Blends Science and Sorcery in a Dystopian Future Fritz Leiber’s "Gather, Darkness!" explores power, illusion, and rebellion in a theocratic future where science masquerades as miracle and truth flickers beneath layers of engineered belief.
The Men of Science Fiction Leto II: The Visionary Guardian Leto II of the Dune saga chooses sacrifice over self to guide humanity’s future. His story is one of discipline, destiny, and the true price of freedom earned through vision and mastery.