Starship Troopers (1997) & Alita: Battle Angel (2019): War and Propaganda

This week, we're joined by podcaster and writer Becky Darke to dive into the theme of dystopian instruments of war. We'll be discussing Paul Verhoeven's 90's satire Starship Troopers (1997), which offers a biting critique of militarism and propaganda through its depiction of a futuristic war against alien bugs. Then, we'll explore Alita: Battle Angel (2019), Robert Rodriguez's adaptation of the beloved manga, where cyborg warriors and high-tech battles define the dystopian landscape. Together, we'll unpack how these films use war machines to explore deeper themes about society, conflict, and the human condition. Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/ Email Us! Follow us on TWITTER Add us on INSTAGRAM Like us on FACEBOOK Follow us on LETTERBOXD Support the podcast on PATREON