10 Sci-Fi Films About Artificial Food

Description: In this dystopian classic, overpopulation has led to a world where food is scarce, and the mysterious Soylent Green is the only solution. The film explores the dark side of artificial food production and its societal impact.

Fact: The film's title was inspired by a book called "Make Room! Make Room!" by Harry Harrison, and the phrase "Soylent Green is people!" has become a cultural meme.

Description: While not solely about artificial food, the film features humans being used as batteries, with their bodies being fed a nutrient-rich liquid to keep them alive. It's a metaphor for the control over what we consume.

Fact: The film's concept of humans as energy sources was inspired by the idea of using human body heat as a power source.

Description: In this Michael Bay thriller, clones are raised in a facility where they believe they are the last survivors of a contaminated Earth. Their food is artificially produced, and their lives are controlled by the corporation that created them.

Fact: The film was criticized for its similarities to the earlier film "Parts: The Clonus Horror," leading to a lawsuit.

Description: This animated comedy features a machine that can turn water into food, leading to a town where food literally falls from the sky. It's a whimsical take on artificial food production gone awry.

Fact: The film's concept was loosely based on the children's book of the same name by Judi Barrett and Ron Barrett.

Description: In a future where artificial organs are common, the film also hints at a world where food might be artificially produced to sustain the population. It's a dark look at the commodification of life.

Fact: The film was based on the novel "The Repossession Mambo" by Eric Garcia.

Description: This British sci-fi film features a world where AI and human augmentation are common. Food is synthesized, and the film touches on the implications of artificial sustenance in a post-human society.

Fact: The film was shot on a relatively low budget but received praise for its special effects and philosophical depth.

Description: Directed by Terry Gilliam, this film features a dystopian world where food is often synthetic, reflecting the dehumanization of society through technology and artificial means.

Fact: The film was inspired by a short story by Pat Rushin, and Gilliam's unique visual style adds to the film's surreal atmosphere.

Description: While not strictly sci-fi, this film explores themes of artificiality in food through its setting in a high-end restaurant where the chef's creations are a blend of art and science.

Fact: The film's director, Peter Greenaway, is known for his visually rich and provocative films.

Description: Directed by Bong Joon-ho, this film follows a young girl and her genetically modified super-pig, Okja, as they navigate the corporate world of artificial meat production. It's a poignant look at the ethics of food production.

Fact: The film premiered at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival and was released on Netflix, sparking discussions on the ethics of genetically modified organisms.

Description: In Pixar's vision of the future, humans have left Earth, living aboard a spaceship where all their needs, including food, are met by machines. The food is synthesized, reflecting a society that has lost touch with natural resources.

Fact: The film took over four years to make and was praised for its environmental message and minimal dialogue.