2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) *****
There really is no other film like 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968). No other film before and no other film since. And there really was no other filmmaker like Stanley Kubrick. Before or since. It's a film of impeccable style, grace, and patience, filled with gorgeous visuals, sumptuous and occasionally terrifying sounds, and ponderous and unnerving moments. It's the existential sci-fi film to end all existential sci-fi films, and one to spark endless theories.
I had the pleasure of seeing the film in the new 70mm print earlier this year. The viewing that I had today, from the newly remastered Blu-ray, is just as gorgeous. It's definitely a step up from the previous BD. I bought the 4K package, but have yet to take that leap so it gives me something to look forward to—experiencing 2001 in 4K should be something special indeed.
You can find my Stanley Kubrick Feature Films Ranked list here.
I had the pleasure of seeing the film in the new 70mm print earlier this year. The viewing that I had today, from the newly remastered Blu-ray, is just as gorgeous. It's definitely a step up from the previous BD. I bought the 4K package, but have yet to take that leap so it gives me something to look forward to—experiencing 2001 in 4K should be something special indeed.
You can find my Stanley Kubrick Feature Films Ranked list here.
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