DW Documentary

Season 10 Episode 5: The War of the Worlds - The prophetic novel

H.G. Wells redefined science fiction. "The War of the Worlds” was the first story about an invasion by aliens that simultaneously managed to raise questions about human progress, immortalize Martians, and inspire countless adaptations. This documentary traces how Wells used science fiction as a moral and political fable to criticize colonialism and modernity. Wells also warned of the dangers associated with industrial, scientific, and technological progress.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

10

Episodes:

299

Quality:

HD

Status:

Returning Series

First Air:

2017

IMDb:

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