Fritz Lang Fritz Lang created Metropolis in 1927. This was the first film in the science fiction genre and set the foundation for science fiction films to come. It takes place in a dystopian setting that features many of the conventions seen in dystopian films today. It features a range of special effects that make it clear it is a dystopian future setting.
Ridley Scott
Ridley Scott has created many iconic science fiction films such as Alien. However Blade Runner has set him apart as an iconic dystopian film director. The film examines the impact of technology on human society and existence. It is to this day an iconic film. This film was the first to incorporate conventions from film noir, its dark style and futuristic design influenced films, television and video games to come.
Stanley Kubrick
Kubrick has created many iconic films including The Shining and Eyes Wide Shut. However his adaptation of A Clockwork Orange is iconic within the dystopian genre. Kubrick created a dystopian future in Britain with artificial lakes and elevated walkways. The film explores free will within humanity.
Our film has inspiration from all three of these directors as they have set the foundation for dystopian films today. All three films mentioned have a dystopian futuristic setting that has influenced the setting we have created. Also all three explore or make a comment on a wide social issue. This is what we want to do with our film.
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