This space is dedicated to the architects of the Forbidden Planet mythos - from the writers who explored the depths of the “Id” to the pioneers who birthed a new language of sound.
Current Research
- Barrons Sound Effect Legacy: Exploring the life and DIY genius of the Barrons
- Forbidden Planet Novelization: Analyzing the Forbidden Planet Novelization
- MGM Design Team Visual Legacy: Delving into the Krell laboratories visual legacy
- The Artists Who Built Altair 4: Taking a look at the artists who built Altair IV
- Forbidden Planet Cast and Crew: Discovering the various faces of the C-57D
- Rush Connection: Exploring the influence of the Krell aesthetic on Prog-Rock.
- Sonic Successors: From Ben Burtt to the birth of modern cinematic sound.
Collaboration
Are you a film historian or a fan of 1950s sci-fi? I am looking for details on production design, script variations, or cast anecdotes to expand this collection.
How to contribute:
- Submit a Pull Request on GitHub with your findings.
- elp us identify more “lost” details from the original novelization.