Eye On Sci-Fi

In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of indie animated short film, 'The Incident At Tower 37' by Chris Perry. Set on a desert planet with one pristine lake remaining, an enormous installation is draining the oasis of its life-giving water.

But mysterious saboteurs intend on stopping it.

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In this episode, we share why we feel X-Men ‘97, the Disney Plus animated series from Marvel Entertainment, is hands down the best television series of 2024.

Check out our print article: X-Men‘97 Is Top TV 2024

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This episode introduces 'Battery Life', a standout animated sci-fi short film that utilizes stop motion animation. The film features a society of robots with their own religion, focusing on a robot attempting to save its damaged progeny with the help of their religious leader.

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Episode 208 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast features a detailed discussion on the sci-fi short film 'Signal Dark.’

The mind-bending film tells the story of Lucas Anderson, an IT professional who discovers audio files from an unknown extraterrestrial source. This encounter leads him into an alternate reality, changing his life forever.

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The new season of Doctor Who is set to debut simultaneously on both the BBC and Disney Plus on May 10th.

In order to celebrate, we revisit our episode #201 in which host Rod shares why he is excited for this ground-breaking new era of Doctor Who!

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n this episode, host Rod Faulkner discusses the horror short film 'Sword Of The Dead' by Stephen Vitale.

The film, set in feudal Japan and involving zombies, is praised for its original take on zombie tropes, homage to classic Japanese cinema, and artistic presentation.

The podcast also mentions the film's tribute to directors like George A. Romero, Masaki Kobayashi, and Akira Kurosawa.

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Watch SWORD OF THE DEAD and read our written review here: SWORD OF THE DEAD at The7thMatrix

In episode 205 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast, host Rod Faulkner discusses the indie animated short film 'FLITE', directed and written by Oscar-winner Tim Webber, known for his visual effects work on films like Gravity and The Dark Knight.

'FLITE' sets a new standard in CGI hyper-realism using the Unreal Engine. It's set in a futuristic, semi-submerged London, following Stevie, the world hoverboard champion, as she attempts a daring escape from her confined life, leading to an adrenaline-pumping chase scene. The film's realism, particularly in its first-person perspective, is praised as indicative of the exciting future of filmmaking with advanced CGI.

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Watch CGI-animated sci-fi short FLITE

Episode 204 of the EYE ON SCI-FI podcast features an in-depth look at the indie sci-fi short film 'The Fore-Men' by filmmaker Adrian Bobb. Host Rod Faulkner discusses the film's unique premise, wherein a temporal crash causes the fusion of various epochs of Earth's history into the present, creating a hazardous environment that threatens the survival of the remaining humans and animals. The story follows paleontologists Sam and Roger as they confront the challenges of this new world and encounter mysterious beings known as The Fore-Men.

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Watch Adrian Bobb’s other sci-fi short EXT

Read our interview with the director: Adrian Bobb The 7th Matrix Interview

This episode features the return of special guest Dan Abella, the founder of the Philip K. Dick Film Festival. This sci-fi film festival focuses on films adapted from or inspired by the writings of renowned author Philip K. Dick.

This year’s festival will be held in New York City, April 4 - 7th, 2024. Dan shares exciting details about what kinds of programming attendees can expect to enjoy. There will also be a portion of the event available for streaming that weekend for those who can’t attend in person!

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Here’s are official linksto the PKD Film Festival:

https://www.thephilipkdickfilmfestival.com/

The official online festival site:

The online festival site: PKD Film Festival Online

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This episode, host Rod Faulkner shares his thoughts on the ‘Ren: The Girl With The Mark,’ a fan-favorite, fantasy web series that has returned after a several-year absence with a second season.

Rod shares his thoughts on the series, and his opinion on why the web series has garnered millions of views on YouTube, and has attracted legions of devoted fans across the world.

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Read our review of season one of Ren: The7thMatrix Spotlight

Immerse yourself in the compelling fantasy saga of Ren Seasons 1 & 2 On YouTube

Learn about the making of the series by visiting its official site: RenTheGirlWithTheMark.com