1968 · 149 min · G
2001: A Space Odyssey
Directed by Stanley Kubrick · Science Fiction, Mystery, Adventure
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) is a Science Fiction film, directed by Stanley Kubrick set in Space and Africa during ancient times and the near future. It runs 149 minutes and is rated G.
A space exploration, with a contemplative and tense tone. Themes of technology/ai anxiety, isolation, and fate & destiny play out through episodic chapters and multiple perspectives.
Cinematography
Geoffrey Unsworth
Cast
Keir DulleaGary LockwoodWilliam SylvesterDouglas RainDaniel RichterLeonard RossiterMargaret TyzackRobert Beatty
The world of this film
Premise & themes
Premise
Themes
Tone
ContemplativeTenseSurreal Dreamlike
Shape
Protagonist
Solo LeadEnsemble
Pacing
Slow Burn
Dialogue
Sparse Quiet
Based on
Pure Fiction