The Futurists

Filming the Future

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Nov 5, 2025
Join filmmaker Jeffrey Morris, known for his thought-provoking science-fiction documentaries, and science fiction author Kevin J. Anderson as they dive into the captivating world of 'Space 1999.' Jeffrey shares insights on his documentary 'The Eagle Obsession' and discusses the ambitious 'Persephone,' focusing on colonizing Proxima b and the ethical dilemmas of alien life. The duo also debates the need for optimistic sci-fi, the risks of AI in storytelling, and envisioning lunar bases within the next few decades. Buckle up for a stimulating journey into futurism!
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ADVICE

Learn Filmmaking By Doing And Studying

  • Study visual effects and production design proactively via art books and technique magazines.
  • Teach yourself by making short films and learning cinematography and VFX hands‑on.
INSIGHT

Colonization Raises Moral Choices

  • Colonization stories must ask whether humans will be explorers or empires when encountering new life.
  • Morris flips invasion tropes to question what humans will bring to other worlds.
ANECDOTE

Persephone’s Long Road To Production

  • Persephone has been in development since 2018 and faced delays like COVID and studio timing.
  • The team targets a 2026 shoot in Switzerland using modern LED volume studios.
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