Top 10 Sci-Fi Films About Builders

Description: An alien arrives on Earth with a message for humanity, and his spacecraft's design and the construction of the robot Gort are central to the film's narrative about peace and understanding.

Fact: The film was remade in 2008, but the original remains a classic for its groundbreaking special effects and themes.

Description: Set in a dystopian future Los Angeles, this film explores themes of artificial life and the ethics of creation. The city's towering buildings and neon-lit streets are a testament to futuristic urban planning.

Fact: Ridley Scott was inspired by the look of Hong Kong when designing the cityscape.

Description: In a visually stunning future, a taxi driver finds himself in the middle of a cosmic battle. The film features elaborate sets and futuristic architecture, showcasing the art of building in a sci-fi context.

Fact: The film's unique visual style was heavily influenced by the French comic book series "Valérian et Laureline."

Description: Although not explicitly about builders, the Matrix series involves the construction of a virtual reality to control humanity. The Architect, a key character, embodies the theme of creation and control over human existence.

Fact: The Wachowskis spent years developing the concept, inspired by various philosophical and cyberpunk sources.

Description: In a future where emotions are outlawed, the architecture of the city reflects the sterile, controlled environment. The film's setting is a testament to the idea of building a society devoid of human passion.

Fact: The film was shot in Berlin, using many of the city's brutalist architecture to enhance the dystopian feel.

Description: In a seemingly utopian facility, residents are told they are survivors of a global contamination. However, they are clones, bred for organ harvesting. The film explores the ethics of human creation and the desire for freedom.

Fact: The film's concept was inspired by the novel "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley.

Description: Set in a futuristic high-rise building, this film examines the social dynamics and eventual breakdown of civilization within its walls. It's a study in architectural design and its impact on human behavior.

Fact: The film is based on J.G. Ballard's novel of the same name, published in

Description: Sam Bell is nearing the end of his three-year stint mining helium-3 on the moon. As he prepares to return to Earth, he discovers a shocking truth about his mission. This film explores the concept of building not just structures but also clones, delving into themes of identity and isolation.

Fact: The film was shot in just 33 days. Duncan Jones, the director, is the son of David Bowie.

Description: While not directly about physical construction, the film deals with the construction of dreams and the manipulation of reality, making it a metaphorical exploration of building and creation.

Fact: The film required extensive use of practical effects for the dream sequences.

Description: In a future where the wealthy live on a luxurious space station, Elysium, while the rest of humanity suffers on a ruined Earth, a man takes on a mission to bring equality. The film features impressive world-building with the stark contrast between Earth and Elysium.

Fact: The film's title, Elysium, refers to the ancient Greek concept of a paradise for heroes.