Luc Haasbroek is a writer and videographer from Durban, South Africa. He has written articles for sites like Paste and Briefly.
Steampunk refers to the sci-fi subgenre that imagines a society where humanity continues to rely primarily on steam power. It takes the aesthetics and gadgetry of the Victorian era but extrapolates them to their logical conclusion, producing quirky, hyper-advanced machines with a retro flavor. Steampunk movies also often play with the gender dynamics and social norms of that era, usually to subvert them.
The movie woefully squanders the talents of its stars, shooting for the anarchic comedy of Men in Black but instead collapsing into a wacky mess. That said, it's jam-packed with memorable steampunk visuals. Along with the aforementioned arachnid, Wild Wild West features classic tropes of the genre, like an American West setting, an alternate history timeline, elaborate gadgets, and advanced steam-powered technology like tanks and self-propelled wheelchairs.
Release Date September 8, 2023 Cast Mark Ruffalo , Willem Dafoe , Margaret Qualley , Emma Stone Runtime 142 minutes Writers Tony McNamara 8 'SteamBoy' Directed by Katsuhiro Otomo Close "An invention with no philosophy behind it is a curse." This anime gem follows young inventor Ray Steam , who receives a mysterious metal ball containing advanced steam technology from his grandfather, Lloyd Steam .
Atlantis is a kids' adventure film done right, eschewing musical numbers for a compelling plot, genuine ethical dilemmas, and lavish visuals. The steampunk elements are well-executed, including an alternate reality version of the Edwardian era and steam-powered submersibles. The themes also get surprisingly thoughtful, with a prominent anti-imperial message. Not everyone liked this more serious take on the Disney formula, but for a certain subset of fans, it hits the spot just right.
Release Date September 9, 2009 Cast Elijah Wood , Jennifer Connelly , Crispin Glover , Christopher Plummer , Martin Landau , John C. Reilly , Fred Tatasciore , Alan Oppenheimer Runtime 79 Minutes Writers Pamela Pettler , Shane Acker , Ben Gluck 3 'Howl’s Moving Castle' Directed by Hayao Miyazaki Close "A heart's a heavy burden." Hayao Miyazaki and Diana Wynne Jones make for a formidable storytelling combination.
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