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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Metropolis

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

H.G. Wells and the Critique of 'Metropolis'

This chapter critiques H.G. Wells's views on the film 'Metropolis,' highlighting his concerns about its representation of society and industrial capitalism. It examines his claims of plagiarism and the evolution of his thoughts on urban dynamics, ultimately arguing for a balance between human emotion and mechanization in the portrayal of the city.

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