24 Feb 2026 #Cyberpunk #SciFi #FilmAnalysis
What is cyberpunk? From Blade Runner to The Matrix, this video explains the cyberpunk genre’s origins, themes, and lasting cultural impact.

In this video essay, we explore the cyberpunk genre — from its literary origins and defining themes to its influence on film, anime, games, and modern culture.

We’ll cover:
• Where cyberpunk came from (Philip K. Dick, William Gibson, early sci-fi)
• Key cyberpunk themes like corporate control, identity, and surveillance
• How cyberpunk shaped films like Blade Runner, Akira, Ghost in the Shell, and The Matrix
• Why cyberpunk still matters in today’s tech-driven world

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00:00 What Is Cyberpunk?
00:41 Origins of the Cyberpunk Genre : Proto-Cyberpunk
02:10 Etymology
05:12 Genre Defining Literary Works
07:11 Cyberpunk Key Themes & Motifs
11:13 Cyberpunk in Film, TV & Games
19:47 Conclusion: Why Cyberpunk Still Matters

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MasterClass – Cyberpunk Movies Guide
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Fiveable – Post-Human & Cyberpunk Literature Study Guide
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RT Book Reviews – Cyberpunk Genre Explained
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RetroFuturista – 50 Years of Cyberpunk Across Media
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MegamiBrand – Cyberpunk in Pop Culture
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Vaia – Cyberpunk Explained (Creative Writing)
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Decora Fashion – Cyberpunk Fashion & Visual Culture
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Women in Science Fiction & Fantasy (Academic PDF)
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Blade Runner as Cyberpunk Analysis
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