‘Crack in Space’ (1966) tackles elections, multiverses
PKD flashback (Book review): It’s both dated and timely, stuck in both the 1960s and in a pulpy SF journey that takes us from the dawn of man to 2080.
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‘Crack in Space’ (1966) tackles elections, multiverses
P&C sail into high-seas terror in ‘The Ice Limit’ (2000)
Preston & Child flashback (Book review): The authors take us on a frigid geographic adventure to the Screaming Sixties on the southern high seas.
‘Screamers: The Hunting’ (2009) a redundant trek
PKD flashback (Movie review): We return to the world of “Second Variety” adaptation “Screamers” with a lower budget and the same story.
‘Thunderhead’ (1999) shows thrills, scares of the West
Preston & Child flashback (Book review): Nora takes over as P&C’s favorite female lead in a grand adventure that teaches us a lot about Western geography.
‘Blade Runner’ shorts (2017) ease us back to neon streets
PKD flashback (Reviews): Three short prequel films expand the world of “Blade Runner 2049” as a way to promote the movie.
‘Riptide’ (1998) an early Preston & Child treasure
Preston & Child flashback (Book review): The authors evocatively portray coastal Maine as treasure hunters take on ancient traps and vicious weather.
‘Chronicle’ (2012) can’t get by on novelty value
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): “Chronicle” boasts a found-footage format and future star Michael B. Jordan, but the story is generic.
Carter’s ‘Harsh Realm’ (1999-2000) gets harsh treatment
One-season wonders (TV review): The timing seemed perfect, as it came out right after “The Matrix.” But people had gotten their 1999 fill of VR worlds.
‘Unteleported Man’ (1966) is best version of story
PKD flashback (Book review): The paranoia-laced “Unteleported Man” is slightly preferable to its later, longer version, “Lies, Inc.”
‘Reliquary’ (1997) goes underground for ‘Relic’ sequel
Preston & Child flashback (Book review): The authors have explored every corner of the globe, but the area beneath NYC might be the most fascinating.