
 Science Fiction
 Science Fiction The only true Philip K Dick movie
 Jan 22, 2025 
 Dive into the fascinating obsessions of Philip K. Dick, from T-shirt inspirations to intense filming mishaps. Explore how 'A Scanner Darkly' embodies his themes of paranoia and surveillance culture, showcasing Keanu Reeves’ thought-provoking performance. The discussion highlights the uncomfortable realities of addiction and critiques the impact of star casting on storytelling. Discover PKD's visionary insights from 1974 and their relevance in today's world of constant surveillance and visibility. 
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PKD T‑Shirt Origin
- Damien Walter dreamed a t-shirt slogan: "PKD Made Me Do It" and later produced the design.
- He sells limited edition shirts tied to his Philip K. Dick fandom and channel merch.
Beach Shoot Mishaps
- Damien filmed a long one-take Beach sequence in Bali and repeatedly forgot to hit record, wasting hours under the sun.
- He suffered severe sunburn after about two hours of takes but completed the rotoscope-related video work.
Surveillance Theme Meets Platform Choice
- Damien links A Scanner Darkly's surveillance theme to modern social media and algorithmic control.
- He plans to move the Science Fiction community to Patreon to reduce dependence on larger algorithmic platforms.









