Author Neal Stephenson publishes the cyberpunk novel 'Snow Crash', influencing future sci-fi and cyberpunk works.
Neill Blomkamp, the director of 'Elysium', is born in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The official trailer for 'Elysium' is released, revealing the movie's themes and visuals to the public.
'Elysium' directed by Neill Blomkamp is released in theaters, depicting a dystopian future and social divide.