Waterworld
Kevin Reynolds · 1995 · Film
It presented a vivid, large-scale cinematic vision of a world completely transformed by catastrophic sea-level rise, exploring the challenges of survival, resource scarcity, and the search for hope in a water-dominated environment.
What it is
In a post-apocalyptic future where the polar ice caps have completely melted, the Earth is entirely covered by water, and the remnants of humanity live on makeshift floating communities. The story follows a lone Mariner as he navigates this new world, searching for the mythical 'Dryland'.
↑Inherited from(2)
Directly inspired by the concept of a world entirely submerged by water due to climate change, and humanity's adaptation to such an environment.
Influenced the portrayal of a desperate, lawless post-apocalyptic society where resources are scarce and survival is paramount.