Science fiction is used as a filter through which we can discuss modern issues. Potentially touchy subjects like racism, drug use, abortion, religion, or even the definition of humanity can dispassionately be unpacked by a storyteller without the hindrance of today's political correctness if they are handled in a distant galaxy or in a time far in the future.

When viewing a science fiction film you as an active audience member should think about what the story is saying about our lives today. Remove the special effects, alien make-up, flying cars and whatnot and think of the story in light of the events of today.

This may seem like an obvious tip but many of us watch movies without giving the messages that are being pushed a second thought. When messages are veiled by being set in the distant future they become even more likely to be ignored.

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