The World of Ghosts

This documentary presents a montage of lurid covers from West German sci-fi pulp, particularly focusing on the Perry Rhodan series. Accompanied by an electronic and musical collage, including the song "Glory, glory, hallelujah," the film employs a polemical voiceover to challenge prevalent narratives in capitalist science fiction.

Framed as a warning against a militarized future influenced by U.S. ideologies, The World of Ghosts critiques traditional sci-fi imagery, such as spaceship battles and conflicts between soldiers and aliens or robots. The film presents a counter-narrative, asserting that this portrayal does not represent a viable future. This unique approach makes it an intriguing piece for collectors interested in the intersection of documentary filmmaking and speculative fiction.