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Sci-Phi: Science Fiction as Philosophy

By The Great Courses

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13 hrs and 31 mins
Release date
05-25-18
Language
English
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The science fiction genre has become increasingly influential in mainstream popular culture, evolving into one of the most engaging storytelling tools we use to think about technology and consider the shape of the future. Along the way, it has also become one of the major lenses we use to explore important philosophical questions.

The origins of science fiction are most often thought to trace to Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein, a story born from a night of spooky tale-telling by the fireside that explores scientific, moral, and ethical questions that were of great concern in the 19th century – and that continue to resonate today. And, although novels and short stories built the foundations of science fiction, film and television have emerged as equally powerful, experimental, and enjoyable ways to experience the genre. Even as far back as the silent era, films like Fritz Lang’s Metropolis have used science fiction to tell stories that explore many facets of human experience.

In Sci-Phi: Science Fiction as Philosophy, Professor of Philosophy David Kyle Johnson, of King’s College, takes you on a 24-lecture exploration of the final frontiers of philosophy across several decades of science fiction in film and television. From big-budget blockbusters to television series featuring aliens in rubber masks, Professor Johnson finds food for philosophical thought in a wide range of stories. By looking at serious questions through astonishing tales and astounding technologies, you will see how science fiction allows us to consider immense, vital – and sometimes controversial – ideas with a rare combination of engagement and critical distance. 

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Length
13 hrs and 31 mins
Release date
05-25-18
Language
English
Category
Politics & Social Sciences Philosophy

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4.9 4.9(10 reviews)
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  1. 5.0(1)

    Best philosophy course ever

    This course references dozens of science fiction films and discusses their reflective lessons. Then the professor uses traditional philosophers to explain them. Perfect for anyone that wants to overly cite Star Wars or Star Trek in lieu of the traditional philosophers.

    Katelyn Swift · January 11, 2022

  2. 5.0(1)

    Great course, way too short. Really well researched and presented intelligently.

    I loved this course. The prof says at the end that he wished he had more time and I would be happy if they released a second course on the subject.

    Dana Fry · August 12, 2021

  3. 5.0(1)

    Most Entertaining Great Courses author.

    Please give David K. Johnson more lectures. Check out his other book exploring metaphysics. Great narration and content.

    Cailyn Gentry · March 18, 2020

  4. 5.0(1)

    Fulfilling, accessible, and challenging

    While Dr. Johnson opens his series with an admission worthy of a 5-second cringe, he takes the listener through a fair and enthralling catalogue of philosophical ideas across history by using various accessible sci-fi episodes and narratives that the listener can watch ( and sometimes read) as ‘homework’. He engages the role of the viewer/listener to assume the role of an armchair philosopher to approach each following lecture topic. He has made an important contribution towards bridging the everyday sci-fi reader (and mere fiction reader) with the questions and answers that makes this genre worth the modern world’s attention.

    Tamika Lynn · January 22, 2020

  5. 5.0(1)

    great fun and great philosophy.

    David Kyle Johnson strikes a perfect balance between fun and philosophy. A great way to introduce you to some wonderful science fiction, and an excellent way to help you decide where you stand on many philosophical issues.

    Mckenna Maldonado · June 7, 2019

  6. 5.0(1)

    Super good

    Clean, quality production. Concise and logical takes on intriguing philosophical questions. With Klingons. I only wish that this kind of analysis was available for all my favorite sci-fi stories.

    Stacey Humphrey · May 22, 2019

  7. 5.0(1)

    such a geeky arm chair philosopher's jam. loved it

    This is such a geeky arm chair philosopher's jam. I loved it, it informs on multiple levels and is interesting.

    J. E. Rifkin · January 3, 2019

  8. 5.0(1)

    Just wish it was longer

    So many things to discuss in sci-fi from a philosophical standpoint. I like that the author not only resorts to the cult classics but also to shows and movies as recent as 2017

    Fiona Archer · November 3, 2018

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