Hey science fans - Darwin Day is this Thursday and in honor of Mr. Darwin and all things science I’m give you my Top 10 Ten Science Related Films.
They all somehow represent the awesomeness of the place where science and cinema come together - because without science and evolution, cinema would be quite boring and the films below wouldn’t exist.
So takepart to learn more about Darwin Day and also let us know your favorite science related film in the comments.
10) Gattaca : the science of genetics, society and progress.
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9) Jurassic Park : the science of evolution, curiosity and DINOSAURS!
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8 ) The Fly : the science of Cronenberg (1 of 2 on the list), insects, identity, risk and madness.
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7) Psycho : the science of obsession, identity and personality
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6) The Wild Child : the science of education, evolution and nature
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5) Eyes Without a Face : the science of vanity, medicine and horror.
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4) Robocop : the science of law, technology and morality.
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3) Bigger Than Life : the science of hormones, addiction, suburbia and religion (GOD WAS WRONG).
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2) 2001 A Space Odyssey : the science of evolution, humanity and Stanley Kubrick.
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1) Dead Ringers : the science of sexuality, the female reproductive system, identity, art, David Cronenberg and Jeremy Irons.
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Darwin shares a day with Lincoln!!
Two great men who were not afraid of truth!