A Masterpiece of Science Fiction

Rating: 10/10 (19 May 2018)

I finally managed to watch the film considered to be the best that science fiction has to offer, and after my viewing I can safely say that this honor is very much deserved. What Stanley Kubrick has created is a work of beauty, insight, and wonder unlike any movie at the time. Even today, this film is unmatched in its creativity and the sheer boldness of its vision and design. The special effects still look amazingly realistic, despite being 50 years old. Simply put, this film, along with Kubrick and Clarke, were ahead of their time.
Some may find this film too slow in its pacing and too ambiguous in its storytelling, but those willing to accept the film's irrational narrative structure will find a wonderful piece of entertainment. I believe that this film is worth everyone's time, if only for the thematic exploration of science, technology, and humanity. 10/10