Research: Sci-Fi Genres

Sci-Fi films, as said in my previous post, can encompass a range of storylines, and this is due to the fact that under the genre comes a variety of subgenres. When you hear the word Sci-Fi, immediately we have a preconceived expectation of the genre; our minds instantly conjure up the image of space-age technology and a future galactic force scouring space, fighting dark forces of extraterrestrial life. This, although the case, isn't exactly what all Sci-Fi films are about. There are also many sub-genres which you'll find comes under the genre:

• Apocalyptic/ post-apocalyptic future
• Cyberpunk
• First contact (aliens)- this usually happens on another planet or on Earth and conventionally happens as a result of an alien invasion e.g. War of the Worlds
• Military
• Humorous science fiction e.g. Paul
• Science fantasy
• Slipstream- films that come under this genre deal with mainstream themes and ideas but which can be speculated as to how likely it is for the story to actually be a reality e.g. The Handmaid's Tale
• Sociological science fiction
• Time Travel e.g. The Time Machine