What is the 'mad visionary' archetype in science fiction?

Test on Unit IX: Dystopic Cinema

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The 'mad visionary' archetype refers to a character who possesses extraordinary intelligence and creativity but is often portrayed as unstable or morally ambiguous, leading to dangerous or dystopian outcomes.
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What is the significance of Thomas More's Utopia?
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Thomas More's Utopia serves as both a proposal for an ideal society and a satire, critiquing the very notion of a perfect society by highlighting its impracticalities and contradictions.
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What does it mean to 'acquire the boon' in a quest narrative?
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To 'acquire the boon' means that the protagonist has obtained a significant reward or knowledge that is crucial for the resolution of the story, often leading to personal growth or societal benefit.
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What is meant by 'used future' in film production design?
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'Used future' refers to a design aesthetic in which the future is depicted as worn, aged, and lived-in, contrasting with the sleek, polished visions of the future often seen in traditional sci-fi.
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How is Children of Men considered the 'anti-Blade Runner'?
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Children of Men is termed the 'anti-Blade Runner' because it presents a more pessimistic and gritty view of the future, focusing on societal collapse rather than the glamorous and stylized depiction of dystopia in Blade Runner.
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Who is William Gibson and what is his contribution to cyberpunk?
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William Gibson is a science fiction author known for pioneering the cyberpunk genre, particularly through his novel 'Neuromancer,' which explores themes of technology, society, and identity.
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Define dystopian cinema.
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Dystopian cinema refers to films that explore social and political structures in a dark, often oppressive future, highlighting themes of totalitarianism, environmental disaster, and loss of individuality.
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