Here’s a good list for the Geek-faithful to pick apart: Popularmechanics.com compiled its list of the most prophetic science fiction movies of all time a while back, and while TechRepublic members have long debated best-of lists in the sci-fi category, I thought the focus on the “prophetic” quality was interesting. I know that many of you probably have your own nominees to argue for, so first, let’s look at the Popular Mechanics Top Ten:
- 10. 2001: A Space Odyssey
- 9. Short Circuit
- 8. Soylent Green
- 7. Blade Runner
- 6. The Running Man
- 5. Destination Moon
- 4. The Truman Show
- 3. The Road Warrior
- 2. Minority Report
- 1. Gattaca
For each entry, PM cited the particular items that each movie “forecast,” such as the space tourism trend that cropped up in 2001: A Space Odyssey. What movies do you think belong on this list? And, of course, explain why. Have at it!
