This is an insider's account of the making of Blade Runner, arguably the most influential science fiction film ever made. It was a seven-year odyssey which tested the nerve and imagination of the most innovative writers, producers, special effects technicians and set designers in the industry. The author was present throughout the entire development and filming of Blade Runner, collecting over 200 hours of transcribed talks, including the last interview given by Philip K. Dick and an interview with Ridley Scott.