Statements (360)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:video_game gptkb:novel gptkb:audiobook gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:none
gptkb:radio_station gptkb:graphic_novel gptkb:audio_drama The Mote in God's Eye (novel) The Mote in God's Eye (video game) |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
none yet
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| gptkbp:adapted_into |
audiobook format
graphic novel format a novel |
| gptkbp:art_style |
pixel art
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| gptkbp:audience |
Cult classic status.
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| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Larry_Niven
gptkb:Jerry_Pournelle |
| gptkbp:available_on |
gptkb:GOG.com
gptkb:Steam |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Hugo_Award
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:military_personnel gptkb:Zionism 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:scientists 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_development |
gptkb:complex
complex characters ethical challenges Complex character arcs. |
| gptkbp:cinematography_by |
gptkb:Richard_H._Kline
gptkb:Victor_J._Kemper |
| gptkbp:community |
gptkb:fanbase
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| gptkbp:conflict |
gptkb:exploration
gptkb:survival ambiguous human vs alien cultural misunderstanding technological disparity human-Motie relations |
| gptkbp:costume_design |
gptkb:Marlene_Stewart
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| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:cover_art |
various editions
|
| gptkbp:critical_analysis |
Explores themes of communication.
|
| 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
|
| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
|
| 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:character_development gptkb:Alien 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_awards |
Nominated for several awards.
|
| gptkbp:film_editing |
gptkb:John_E._Holmes
|
| gptkbp:film_festival |
None reported.
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| gptkbp:film_score |
Orchestral score.
|
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:California
|
| gptkbp:follows |
humanity's first contact with an alien species
|
| gptkbp:game_length |
5-10 hours
|
| gptkbp:game_mechanics |
gptkb:exploration
combat puzzle solving |
| gptkbp:gameplay |
text-based adventure
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:science_fiction
hard science fiction |
| gptkbp:has_awards |
nominated for Hugo Award
nominated for Nebula Award |
| gptkbp:has_sequel |
gptkb:The_Gripping_Hand
|
| gptkbp:has_themes |
technological advancement
ethical dilemmas first contact cultural misunderstanding |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
1970s science fiction cinema.
|
| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray VHS, DVD, Blu-ray. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Mote in God's Eye
|
| gptkbp:impact |
science fiction community
|
| gptkbp:in-game_currency |
credits
|
| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:space_opera
future authors hard science fiction |
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:television_series gptkb:films gptkb:Star_Trek 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:CD_format
public domain digital format library collections downloadable format audiobook libraries |
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
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_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_among |
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
|
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
gptkb:Robert_F._Boyle
the Mote system |
| 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:Zionism gptkb:Nadine_Blaine gptkb:Lieutenant_Mary_E._Blaine gptkb:Commander_Rachael_M._Christian gptkb:The_Moties Captain Roderick Blaine |
| gptkbp:main_theme |
first contact
|
| gptkbp:merchandise |
gptkb:posters
gptkb:novel_adaptations gptkb:collectibles soundtrack albums game guides |
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:exploration
gptkb:intelligence gptkb:survival |
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:Jerry_Goldsmith
|
| gptkbp:narrated_by |
multiple narrators
professional narrators |
| gptkbp:narrative |
third-person
|
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
gptkb:interactive_fiction
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:page_count |
384
|
| gptkbp:part_of_series |
gptkb:The_Mote_in_God's_Eye_series
|
| gptkbp:performance |
high
|
| gptkbp:philosophy |
ethics of exploration
existence of intelligence nature of communication |
| gptkbp:platform |
gptkb:Apple_II
gptkb:Commodore_64 |
| gptkbp:players |
first-person
|
| gptkbp:plot |
diplomatic tensions
moral dilemmas survival challenges exploration of an alien civilization human-alien conflict discovery of the Moties exploration of the Mote |
| gptkbp:plot_point |
Technological advancements.
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. |
| 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:protagonist |
Captain Roderick Blaine
Nadia Blaine |
| gptkbp:published |
gptkb:1974
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Activision
gptkb:Simon_&_Schuster |
| gptkbp:published_in |
gptkb:1974
|
| 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 |
outer space
the 21st century |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Earth
gptkb:space 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:special_effects |
practical effects
Practical effects. |
| gptkbp:species |
gptkb:Moties
|
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Diana_Muldaur
gptkb:Hugh_Marlowe gptkb:Roddy_Mc_Dowall |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:character_development
suspense scientific accuracy |
| gptkbp:target_audience |
teenagers
adults Science fiction fans. |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
Exploration of alien life.
|
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:intelligence
gptkb:humanity 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
|
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Larry_Niven
gptkb:Jerry_Pournelle |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Time_Patrol_Series
gptkb:Larry_Niven |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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