William Gibson Interviewed

"William Gibson Interviewed by Giuseppe Salza" is a conversation that presents an insightful look at the mind of William Gibson, a famous science fiction writer who helped create the cyberpunk genre. This discussion focuses on his movie adaptation of "Johnny Mnemonic," a tale about the control of information, and his thoughts on how science fiction and technology affect the world. Gibson talks about how he writes his stories, his experience with making movies, and how his storytelling has impacted culture and technology. He shares details about making "Johnny Mnemonic," including the difficulties and successes, like choosing Keanu Reeves for the main role. Key ideas include his mixed feelings about technology, what it means for something to be called "cyberpunk," and the broader effects of the information age. Gibson gives his opinion on how people's views on technology have changed, especially when it comes to things like email and virtual reality, showing both his criticism and interest in a world that's changing quickly.