Statements (352)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:video_game
gptkb:book gptkb:novel gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:boxing_match
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:none gptkb:radio_station gptkb:graphic_novel none yet The Mote in God's Eye (novel) The Mote in God's Eye (video game) |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
audiobook format
graphic novel format a novel |
| gptkbp:art_style |
pixel art
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| gptkbp:audience |
Cult classic status.
|
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Larry_Niven
gptkb:Jerry_Pournelle |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:award
Nominated for several awards. Locus Award nomination |
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:novel
The Mote in God's Eye (novel) novel by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle |
| gptkbp:box_office |
$2.5 million
$1.5 million |
| gptkbp:budget |
$1.5 million
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:the_Moties
gptkb:physicist gptkb:military_officer gptkb:Admiral_Kinsolving gptkb:Commander_T._J._Mc_Caffrey gptkb:Dr._Ellen_Hargreaves gptkb:Captain_James_A._Mc_Cauley gptkb:Commander_Nils_J._Hargrove gptkb:Dr._Mary_S._Mc_Cauley gptkb:Admiral_H._J._'_Hank'_Mc_Cauley gptkb:Captain_R._C._'_Robby'_Robeson gptkb:Commander_N._A._'_Ned'_Mc_Cauley gptkb:Dr._Mary_S._'_Molly'_Robeson gptkb:Zord gptkb:Admiral_J._A._Hargreaves gptkb:Dr._H._M._Hargreaves gptkb:The_Motie gptkb:The_Motie_Artist gptkb:The_Motie_Child gptkb:The_Motie_Council gptkb:The_Motie_Diplomat gptkb:The_Motie_Elder gptkb:The_Motie_Historian gptkb:The_Motie_Leader gptkb:The_Motie_Merchant gptkb:The_Motie_Musician gptkb:The_Motie_Philosopher gptkb:The_Motie_Queen gptkb:The_Motie_Scientist gptkb:The_Motie_Scout gptkb:The_Motie_Soldier gptkb:The_Motie_Trader gptkb:The_Motie_Warrior gptkb:The_Motie_Worker gptkb:The_Moties the human characters the alien species Dr. Hargreaves Captain Roderick Blaine Dr. Hargrove. Human protagonists. The Moties' society. The alien species. The Motie Engineer The Motie Explorer The Motie Farmer The Motie Navigator The Motie Researcher The Motie Teacher Captain Roderick Blaine's wife The human crew |
| gptkbp:character_appearance |
gptkb:Marlene_Stewart
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| gptkbp:character_development |
gptkb:launch_complex
complex characters ethical challenges Complex character arcs. |
| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:Richard_H._Kline
gptkb:Victor_J._Kemper |
| gptkbp:community |
gptkb:fandom
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| gptkbp:conflict |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:survival ambiguous human vs alien cultural misunderstanding technological disparity human-Motie relations |
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:cover_art |
various editions
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Mixed reviews
positive cult classic mixed reviews |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:significant
cult following inspired merchandise inspired conventions inspired discussions on AI inspired discussions on ethics inspired academic studies inspired fan fiction influenced other sci-fi works influenced science fiction tropes examined human nature reflected societal fears Influenced later sci-fi films. highlighted the importance of understanding addressed technological advancement analyzed the concept of intelligence contributed to the genre of hard science fiction discussed the nature of life examined the consequences of exploration explored themes of communication |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
frequently cited
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| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:Glen_Dahlgren
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| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:Peter_Yates
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| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
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| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:John_Bloom
gptkb:John_E._Holmes |
| gptkbp:explores |
moral dilemmas
themes of survival survival and adaptation themes of communication themes of trust intelligence and culture |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:the_Moties
gptkb:book gptkb:species multiple endings inventory system dialogue choices human vs alien non-linear gameplay |
| gptkbp:features_character |
the alien species
Captain Roderick Blaine Niven's character |
| gptkbp:film_festival |
None reported.
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| gptkbp:film_score |
Orchestral score.
|
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:California
|
| gptkbp:filmography |
gptkb:John_E._Holmes
|
| gptkbp:follows |
humanity's first contact with an alien species
|
| gptkbp:game_length |
5-10 hours
|
| gptkbp:game_mechanics |
gptkb:spacecraft
combat puzzle solving |
| gptkbp:gameplay |
text-based adventure
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Author
hard science fiction |
| gptkbp:has_awards |
nominated for Hugo Award
nominated for Nebula Award |
| gptkbp:has_sequel |
gptkb:The_Gripping_Hand
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| gptkbp:has_theme |
technological advancement
ethical dilemmas first contact cultural misunderstanding |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
1970s science fiction cinema.
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| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DJ
gptkb:film VHS, DVD, Blu-ray. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Mote in God's Eye
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| gptkbp:impact |
science fiction community
|
| gptkbp:in-game_currency |
credits
|
| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:space_opera
future authors hard science fiction |
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:films gptkb:video_game gptkb:The_Expanse_series science fiction literature future authors modern science fiction space opera genre subsequent science fiction works other science fiction works subsequent sci-fi films future science fiction games |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Robert_A._Heinlein
gptkb:Isaac_Asimov gptkb:Arthur_C._Clarke gptkb:Zork gptkb:The_Hitchhiker's_Guide_to_the_Galaxy_(video_game) science fiction literature text adventures The Mote in God's Eye (novel) Classic science fiction literature. The Cold War era. |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
scientific theories
real scientific theories sociological concepts |
| gptkbp:inspired |
Various science fiction works
|
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
hard science fiction
The Mote in God's Eye (novel) |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
gptkb:file_format
public domain digital format library collections downloadable format audiobook libraries |
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
gptkb:GOG.com
gptkb:Steam streaming services audiobook platforms |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
academic discussions
|
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a classic of the genre
a must-read for sci-fi enthusiasts |
| gptkbp:is_critical_for |
Explores themes of communication.
|
| gptkbp:is_discussed_in |
literary circles
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
real scientific concepts
previous science fiction works |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Known_Space
popular culture discussions science fiction canon |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
science fiction fans
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its complex characters
its thought-provoking themes its intricate plot |
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
other science fiction works
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| gptkbp:isbn |
978-0-345-39180-0
978-1416550682 |
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
considered a classic
Cult following. |
| gptkbp:length |
approximately 12 hours
|
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Captain_John_Christian
gptkb:Nadine_Blaine gptkb:Zord gptkb:Lieutenant_Mary_E._Blaine gptkb:Commander_Rachael_M._Christian gptkb:The_Moties Captain Roderick Blaine Nadia Blaine |
| gptkbp:merchandise |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:award gptkb:museum soundtrack albums game guides |
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:survival gptkb:psychologist |
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:Jerry_Goldsmith
|
| gptkbp:narrated_by |
multiple narrators
professional narrators |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
gptkb:hospital
third-person multiple perspectives third-person perspective linear narrative |
| gptkbp:narrative_theme |
First contact with aliens
|
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
" We are not alone."
" The Moties are not what they seem." |
| gptkbp:number_of_teams |
first-person
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| gptkbp:page_count |
384
|
| gptkbp:performance |
high
|
| gptkbp:philosophy |
ethics of exploration
existence of intelligence nature of communication |
| gptkbp:platform |
gptkb:Apple_II
gptkb:automobile |
| gptkbp:plot |
diplomatic tensions
moral dilemmas Technological advancements. survival challenges Moral dilemmas faced by characters. Humanity's place in the universe. Conflict with the Moties. Discovery of the alien race. Exploration of the alien planet. Resolution of the first contact. exploration of an alien civilization human-alien conflict discovery of the Moties exploration of the Mote |
| gptkbp:plot_twist |
unexpected revelations
|
| gptkbp:premise |
Humanity encounters an alien species.
|
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Robert_L._Rosen
various audiobook publishers |
| gptkbp:production_company |
Columbia Pictures.
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Activision
gptkb:1974 gptkb:Simon_&_Schuster |
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Simon_&_Schuster
|
| gptkbp:received |
positive reviews
|
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1984
April 1976 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
Theatrical release.
|
| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:1976
|
| gptkbp:remake |
gptkb:none
gptkb:The_Mote_in_God's_Eye:_The_Game No known remakes. |
| gptkbp:runtime |
100 minutes
|
| gptkbp:screenings |
35mm film.
|
| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:John_Brunner
|
| gptkbp:sequel |
gptkb:The_Gripping_Hand
gptkb:The_Mote_in_God's_Eye:_The_Sequel |
| gptkbp:series |
gptkb:Niven-Pournelle_series
gptkb:The_Mote_in_God's_Eye_series gptkb:Niven-Pournelle_universe Niven and Pournelle's Co-Dominion |
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Robert_F._Boyle
outer space the 21st century the Mote system |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:physicist
gptkb:spacecraft space travel the future future Earth interstellar space The Mote the Mote system distant star system The Mote system |
| gptkbp:soundtrack |
released on CD
released digitally released on vinyl synthesized music |
| gptkbp:species |
gptkb:Moties
|
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Diana_Muldaur
gptkb:Hugh_Marlowe gptkb:Roddy_Mc_Dowall |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:book
suspense scientific accuracy |
| gptkbp:target_audience |
teenagers
adults Science fiction fans. |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
Exploration of alien life.
|
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:humanity
gptkb:psychologist alien life first contact humanity's place in the universe |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:humanity
morality trust and betrayal first contact |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
multiple languages
|
| gptkbp:visitors |
Cinematic experience.
|
| gptkbp:visual_effects |
gptkb:John_Dykstra
practical effects Practical effects. |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Larry_Niven
gptkb:Jerry_Pournelle |