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2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) Movie Information |
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Overall Rank: |
118 |
Avg. Rating: |
3.11/4 |
# of Ratings: |
572 |
Genres: |
Sci-Fi, Adventure |
Rating: |
PG |
Language: |
English |
Theater Date: | 04/02/1968 |
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Director: |
Stanley Kubrick |
Actors: |
Gary Lockwood
Douglas Rain
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Plot Outline:
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Set in the future, mankind discovers a mysterious buried object on the moon. A set of astronauts and a super intelligent computer are sent off on a quest to discover its origin.
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Dilbretta 12/01/2012 (0 of 0 found this helpful) |
Rating of
3.5/4 |
It is challenging to watch this movie and only got 40 minutes of dialogue (subtitles) of entire 2 hours and 19 minutes of movie since I am Deaf. I can see how it was a big thing back in 1968. I am intrigued with how Poole appears to be effortlessly jogging and shadow-boxing over the entire 360-degree diameter of the set. The result is from the camera movement and rotation of the set. Wow! Same goes for few scenes on how people move in the space and space station. Wow! |
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Moviehead 04/06/2012 (0 of 0 found this helpful) |
Rating of
4/4 |
This is not hollywood drama, in this movie you think for yourself. It isnt cold film, although it may seem to those who are used to hollywood dramas. This film has much more to offer than those dramas.The gratest feeling in film is that kind of tragic but epic feeling about humanity. And that is something Cameron and Malick cant achieve even with all their effects.
Space is really great experience in this movie, but this is not just space experience, after all that is not film or any art, this movie creates feelings and that is what film is all about.
So, its influental film that still cant be beaten. Even though you can feel its age it still is one of best films. |
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patjohnson76 10/29/2011 (0 of 0 found this helpful) |
Rating of
3.5/4 |
A unique film, admirable for the creative risk for its time. There are some parts that move slow, and some of the 4 acts are better than others, but it's still worth a watch, mainly for the Jupiter Mission story which features the famous battle between the astronauts and super computer Hal. The final act is still pretty mind-blowing today. Definitely a good watch, though it is a little long at times. Settle in and marvel and what Kubrick gave us. |
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02/20/2012 (0 of 0 found this helpful) |
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"2001: A Space Odyssey" by Yojimbo |
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2001 is a film that does not concern anything so trite as human relationships. 2001 is a film of a scale so epic as to never have been conceived before. Up until 1968, sci-fi was all about flying saucers, death rays and theramins. Kubrick set about making a film themed around the history of the human species, from the dawn of man through to space exploration and beyond. The first thing that strikes you about this film is its sheer visual spectacle; Kubrick's juxtaposition of classical music with the elegance of space travel shows technology not as clunky and ugly, but a thing of beauty. His use of colour is breathtaking, from the cold blues of outer space, to the vivid reds of the ship's systems and the stunning pure whites and primary colours of the still brilliant looking retro future s... |
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09/03/2011 (0 of 0 found this helpful) |
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2001: A Space Odyssey review |
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This groundbreaking film may have various effects depending on the viewer. If your into fast paced, dialogue heavy and interesting plots, then this may not be entertaining. For lovers of visual effects, less script, snail paced yet detailed settings, thought provoking moments and exquisite psychedelic like visuals, then this will be a treat. A few memorable lines from the movie: HAL - "I am putting myself to the fullest possible use, which is all I think that any conscious entity can ever hope to do." "I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill and think things over. I know I've made some very poor decisions recently, but I can give you my complete assurance that my work will be back to normal." Dr. Dave Bowman - "Well, he acts like he has genuine emotions. Uhm... |
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01/19/2011 (0 of 0 found this helpful) |
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The Power of Image in the Silence of Space |
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An extra-terrestrial experiment in film making narrative, Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey is among the most unique movies of all time. Without almost any dialogue to drive the plot, Kubrick uses the power of image to dazzle the senses along with a beautiful selection of classical music to accompany. While some might argue that 2001 lacks entertainment value, it must be made clear that Kubrick's intent was not to entertain, it was to evoke thought in the minds of his viewers. In that aspect, he could not have done a more perfect job. Kubrick questions the nature of invention, human evolution, and how technology can overtake all of human kind. In the end, he asks what the place of man truly is in the universe. With a scope as enormous as the universe itself, 2001: A Space Odyss... |
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4/4 |
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Franz - I agree. I watch it for the beauty (and the realization that it was made in 1968). It actually relaxes me to watch this movie. The first 20 minutes do suck ass to me, but the remaining movie is a beautiful site. I do understand when people say it is boring. It just depends on what you are into - and I am into stuff like this (though I have only seen it about 3 times all the way through).
It obviously reminds me of
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09/16/2008
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I don't understand "2001" completely but I think that's the beauty of it. If I were to understand everything about a movie, I won't feel inclined to watch it again. The mystery keeps me coming back.
As for recommending it to friends, I mention it to them... but I never actually URGE them to watch it (they like "modern" movies). I learn to keep certain movies to myself because I do get tired of comments like "It's so boring" or (worse) "Nothing happened!" |
09/15/2008
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I have to agree with Josh. I love sci-fi, but have yet to get all the way through 2001: A Space Odyssey. It is very boring.....I just don't understand. |
09/10/2008
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Haha, I guess I am one of those Idiots. I can't stand 2001. I just get so bored I can't watch it. I understand it is artsy, but to me I there are great movies that are not boring so why would I watch this one. An idea alone can only go so far.
I do love Sci-fi films though, just not that one.
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09/10/2008
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Hey there.
Have to admit I never tire of watching 2001, it is simply mesmerising. However, getting OTHER people to sit down and watch it is a nightmare. No one will give it the chance it deserves You always get idiots who right away insist on pointing out that the apes look like men in suits. I KNOW THEY DO, BECAUSE THEY ARE! JUST WATCH THE DAMN MASTERPIECE UNFOLDING BEFORE YOU.
Fools...
Anyone else find this problem with 2001 specifically or with great (but long and sometimes a little oblique) films?
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