Cinema of the Psychic Realm

<p> Cinema is ideally suited to the world of psychic phenomena. A technique as simple as a voice-over can simulate mental telepathy while unusual lighting set design or creative digital manipulation can conjure clairvoyant visions precognition or even psychokinesis.</p><p> This book analyzes the depiction of paranormal powers in film examining how movies like <I>Star Wars Independence Day The Green Mile</I> and dozens of others both reflect and influence the way modern society thinks about psychic abilities. The theme is explored in nearly 100 films from a variety of genres including drama comedy horror science fiction crime melodrama and children's films providing a concise review of the history and concepts of mainstream cinematic parapsychology.</p>