Neil deGrasse Tyson, renowned astrophysicist and science communicator, shares his views on sci-fi films, emphasizing the importance of scientific accuracy in storytelling. He criticizes Disney's 1979 film The Black Hole for its apparent disregard for scientific consultation. However, he expresses his love for The Matrix, despite its flawed premise regarding humans as batteries. Tyson rates it with an 'S', his highest mark, while placing The Martian in second for its extensive accuracy. He points out moments of scientific inconsistency in various films, illustrating his commitment to blending entertainment with factual science.
Tyson stated, "I don't think they had a physicist in sight of any scene that was scripted, prepared, and filmed for this movie."
Tyson expressed that The Matrix is his favorite film, stating, "It receives an S, which is my highest grade."
He referred to The Martian as "the most scientifically accurate film I have ever witnessed," despite some minor inaccuracies like the dust storm.
Tyson remarked that the notion of humans as batteries in The Matrix violates thermodynamics, highlighting the struggle with creative decisions in sci-fi films.
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