Atompunk is a subgenre of science fiction that centers around a view of the future from the perspective of the 1950s and 1960s, a darker version of Retrofuturism.

12. r/Atompunk: Atompunk relates to the period of 1945–1975 and how they saw the future with special emphasis on mid-century modernism, the Atomic Age, Jet Age and Space Age, and the U.S. Soviet …

It is a predecessor to atompunk with similar "cosmic" themes, but mostly without explicit nuclear power or definitive technology. It is also distinct in that it has more archaic/schematic/artistic style, and that …

In this episode, we explore the origins of Atompunk, its literary and cinematic roots, the cultural anxieties it reflects, and how it continues to influence music, video games, art, and fashion...

What is Atompunk? Atompunk is a subgenre of speculative fiction that envisions a world powered by atomic energy, drawing inspiration from the aesthetics and technological optimism of the mid-20th …

Oct 23, 2023 · Atompunk is a retro-futuristic aesthetic that draws inspiration from mid-century modernism, art deco, and streamline modern. It is characterized by its use of geometric shapes, …

Jan 24, 2024 · The atompunk aesthetic takes the obsession of nuclear power and combines it with the futuristic aspects of the space race. The Jetsons TV show is one of the first shows to popularize the …

Jun 12, 2023 · What is Atompunk? Also known as “atomicpunk,” atompunk is a sub-genre of speculative fiction and science fiction that centers on the 1950s and 1960s historical events, particularly the …

Jun 17, 2025 · Atompunk, a retro-futuristic genre that emerged as a response to the dystopian visions of cyberpunk, is a fascinating blend of nostalgia and sci-fi elements. This genre is characterized by its …

Notable examples of Atompunk in popular media include the Sean Connery -era of James Bond, television shows like The Avengers, Doctor Who, The Green Hornet and The Man from U.N.C.L.E., …