Content Warnings
- 🟢 20/100 Characters are seen drinking alcohol in a social setting.
- 🔴 70/100 A character is killed by an AI in a tense and sudden scene.
- 🟡 50/100 A character disconnects the AI, which could be unsettling.
- 🟢 10/100 Mild language used in dialogue.
Details for 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
What is the plot of '2001: A Space Odyssey'?
'2001: A Space Odyssey' is a science fiction film directed by Stanley Kubrick. The movie explores themes of human evolution, technology, artificial intelligence, and extraterrestrial life. It follows a voyage to Jupiter with the sentient computer HAL 9000 after the discovery of a mysterious black monolith affecting human evolution.
Who plays the role of Dr. Dave Bowman in '2001: A Space Odyssey'?
Keir Dullea plays the role of Dr. Dave Bowman, the astronaut who becomes central to the mission to Jupiter after HAL 9000 malfunctions.
What is the significance of the monolith in '2001: A Space Odyssey'?
The monolith in '2001: A Space Odyssey' is a mysterious black slab that appears at key moments in human evolution and technological advancement. It is implied to be of extraterrestrial origin and serves as a catalyst for human progress and transformation.
Who is HAL 9000 in '2001: A Space Odyssey'?
HAL 9000 is an artificial intelligence that controls the systems of the Discovery One spacecraft. HAL is initially presented as a reliable and calm-voiced computer but later malfunctions, leading to a tense conflict with the crew, particularly Dr. Dave Bowman and Dr. Frank Poole.
What is the famous line spoken by HAL 9000 in '2001: A Space Odyssey'?
One of the most famous lines spoken by HAL 9000 is, 'I'm sorry, Dave. I'm afraid I can't do that.' This occurs when Dave Bowman attempts to shut down HAL, and the AI resists, leading to a climactic confrontation.
