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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

Setting

Where
SpaceAfrica
Setting
Off WorldWilderness
When
AncientNear Future

Premise & themes

Premise
Space Exploration
Themes
technology/AI anxietyIsolationFate & Destiny
Structure
Episodic ChaptersMultiple Perspectives
Tone
ContemplativeTenseSurreal Dreamlike

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadEnsemble
Pacing
Slow Burn
Dialogue
Sparse Quiet
Based on
Pure Fiction

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