The Decline and fall of British Sci-Fi
The Decline and fall of British Sci-Fi
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Thunderbird 1: The Psychotic Speedster of International Rescue
Welcome back, Thunderbirds fans! In this final installment of our series, we dive deep into Thunderbird 1, the sleek and iconic spearhead of International Rescue. We explore its technical specifications, examine its unique features, and discuss why Thunderbird 1 remains a fan favorite in Gerry Anderson's legendary series, "Thunderbirds Are Go." Discover how this pioneering vehicle uses speed, technology, and ingenuity to embody a new vision of heroism in science fiction.
Thank you to @LeahRebeccaUK for the use of her images. Be sure to check out her X profile here.
Special thanks to www.youtube.com/@paulsteptoeriley5855 for the incredible intro music.
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Cylinders 2,3,7, and 8 by Chris Zabriskie are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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Why The Blob is More Than Just a Monster Movie
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Starship Showdown: Unveiling the Top 5 Sci-Fi Fighters!
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The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957) - Sci-Fi’s Existential Journey
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Mysteries of the Cosmos: UFO/UAP Phenomenon My thoughts.
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Mysteries of the Cosmos: UFO/UAP Phenomenon My thoughts.
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Why Children of Men is More Relevant Than Ever Before
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Mad Lads of Sci-Fi: James Doohan
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