Science on Screen®: Rage Against the Dying of the Light

Join us for a captivating exploration of the uncanny and cosmic with two thought-provoking narratives. First, experience *Backrooms* (2026), directed by Kane Parsons, where a man, drawn through a strange doorway in a furniture showroom, navigates a labyrinth of fluorescent corridors and impossible architecture. As he and his therapist confront the dissolution of memory, identity, and reality, the film expands on a viral internet mythos that has captivated audiences.

Following this, immerse yourself in *Science on Screen®: Rage Against the Dying of the Light*, featuring Christopher Nolan's acclaimed sci-fi epic *Interstellar* (2014). This thrilling journey follows a former pilot on a critical mission through a wormhole near Saturn, seeking humanity's last hope around the black hole Gargantua. Blending theoretical physics with emotional storytelling, the film explores the paradoxes of time and gravity. Ph.D. Candidate Thomas Cope from Drexel University will be present to discuss the scientific concepts behind the film, including black holes, time dilation, and gravitational waves. Together, these events create a unique fusion of horror, fascination, and scientific inquiry, delving deep into the fabric of existence.