Scientists in Films

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" The depiction of science and scientists in films and other popular media has long been characterized either by fear and anxiety at scientists' potential power or by wild acclaim for their accomplishments. In both cases, however, the popular reaction is based largely on incomprehension. There are variations on the basic stereotypes of the mad and the benignly inspired scientist, however, and filmmakers tend to express general societal concerns in their choice of type. In addition, filmed representations of scientists tend to repeat or reinforce popular misconceptions about the nature of their work and goals. Thus the choice of any of the mad, evil, kindly, distracted, driven, and inspired characters who populate films about scientists often depends on what, in general, people believe scientists hope to do. Perhaps the most common current..."

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