Most people will recognize the name ‘Zlaz’ as one of the most prolific sci-fi writers of the last century, but few will know the true nature of his personal life. This has changed, however, with the recent release of the miniseries ‘Immer, Zlaz’ which documents his journey from obscurity to stardom.
The drama-filled series follows Zlaz as he leaves his home in Germany and moves to the United States. Despite his success as a science fiction novelist, his personal life remains a mystery and this documentary provides insight into his world. We see a man trying to reconcile the dazzling future he portrays in his books with the reality of his everyday life.
The series reveals the loneliness of Zlaz, who was a recluse by choice. His obsession with science and technology created a rift between him and society. He never married and instead chose to focus solely on his passion, dedicating every waking hour to exploring new worlds of imagination and technology.
However, Zlaz also opened up to a select few and the series invites us into his close circle of friends. We meet Anton, his childhood best friend who was there to encourage him and was always patient with Zlaz’s unpredictable behavior. His relationships with the other characters varied and the series follows them as they show the human side of this sci-fi genius and his struggles with love, loss, and relationships.
The series also takes a dive into his writing and shares how his words shaped so many of our current sci-fi approaches. Viewers watch as Zlaz writes a key scene for one of his stories and watch how his passion for science and technology develops into a unique writing style.
‘Immer, Zlaz’ is a journey into the personal and professional life of the man who wrote some of the most influential and well-loved science fiction novels of our time. The series is a must-see for sci-fi fans, offering a rare look into the private world of one of the greatest minds of our time.
Hey Subscribe to our newsletter for more articles like this directly to your email.