cyberpunk

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Solarpunk is more than just the antithesis of cyberpunk, “Blade Runner” and a devastated environment smothered by technofascism.

From Salon • Dec. 31, 2025

Dizzying architecture, bright lights and a cyberpunk vibe have made Chongqing a must-see destination for Chinese and international tourists alike.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 6, 2025

In discussing the car’s aesthetic early on, Musk referenced cyberpunk and Blade Runner, a film that features sleek metallic vehicles, though with rounded silhouettes designed for aerodynamic speed.

From Slate • Mar. 15, 2025

The highly-anticipated sequel to the 1982 cyberpunk classic Blade Runner, starred Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford, Ana de Armas and Jared Leto, and won two Academy Awards.

From BBC • Oct. 22, 2024

Overall, she seemed to be going for a sort of mid-’80s postapocalyptic cyberpunk girl-next-door look.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline