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People often ask where I get my ideas for writing science fiction books , and I really don't have a clear answer. The most common source is probably the movies I've watched over the years, and there are quite a few of them. Here are 60 of my favorites; there are many more, but the list goes on. "White Zombie" (1932) ,   directed by Victor Halperin, is a classic horror film that tells the story of a young couple, Neil and Madeline, who travel to Haiti for their wedding. There, they encounter a local plantation owner, Murder Legendre, who practices voodoo and has the ability to turn people into zombies. When Madeline falls under Legendre's spell, Neil seeks to rescue her, leading to a chilling confrontation with the dark forces at play. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the supernatural, all set against a backdrop of eerie visuals and unsettling atmosphere. "War of the Worlds" (2005) , directed by Steven Spielberg, is a sci-fi thriller based