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    • Literary studies
    • Science fiction analysis
    • Cultural studies

    Background:

    • Breath serves a realist function in art, reminding audiences of bodily needs.
    • In science fiction (SF), breath is a common plot device for exploring encounters with alien species and environments lacking oxygen.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the dual role of breath in SF literature and film.
    • To investigate the tension between the technoscientific and affective dimensions of breath in SF.
    • To demonstrate how breath contributes to SF's integration of scientific and artistic elements.

    Main Methods:

    • Close reading of diverse SF literature and film examples.
    • Analysis of breath as a plot device and thematic element.
    • Examination of the interplay between physiological and emotional aspects of breath in SF narratives.

    Main Results:

    • SF frequently employs breath to signify encounters with the 'other' and challenging environments.
    • A focus on the technoscientific aspects of breath in SF can overshadow its affective significance.
    • SF texts highlight breath's non-scientific qualities, using it as a metaphor for life and anticipation.

    Conclusions:

    • Breath in SF embodies a tension between scientific representation and affective experience.
    • SF utilizes breath to bridge scientific discourse and artistic expression.
    • Understanding breath's affective dimensions is crucial for a comprehensive interpretation of SF.