Genre: Science Fiction
Runtime: 143 minutes
Year: 1968
Starring: Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, Daniel Richter, Leonard Rossiter, Margaret Tyzack, Robert Beatty, Sean Sullivan, Douglas Rain, Frank Miller, Bill Weston, Ed Bishop, Glenn Beck, Alan Gifford, Ann Gillis, Edwina Carroll, Penny Brahms, Heather Downham
Description: After discovering a mysterious artifact buried beneath the Lunar surface, mankind sets off on a quest to find its origins with help from intelligent supercomputer H.A.L. 9000.
I WATCHED THIS MOVIE FOR MY 2020 MOVIE CHALLENGE.
WEEK 3: A SCI-FI MOVIE.
Review: When an extraterrestrial object is discovered on the moon, a fantastic search for the origin and future of mankind begins. Even after half a century, this science fiction epic by director Stanley Kubrick and writer Arthur C. Clark continues to captivate and amaze film viewers.
The film tells about our evolution from apes to space travelers. During this journey we are treated to inventive special effects, a classic soundtrack, a confrontation with a self-confident on-board computer and an ending whose meaning still evokes lively discussions among fans.
Fans of smooth action better avoid “2001: A Space Odyssey”. The film is known for its calm tempo and the absence of spectacle. Instead, Kubrick spends a lot of time on long shots of ships floating through space and of lone astronauts during their daily activities.
All this has an almost hypnotic effect on the viewer. It also gives you time to think about the great influence the film has had on the science fiction genre and the many fascinating concepts Kubrick fires at you. So, for anyone who has never experienced “2001: A Space Odyssey”. Grab your chance!
Rating: 4 / 5
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