One of the greatest films to date

Rating: 10/10 (11 October 2017)

Questioning the viewers' beliefs and offering trippy yet insanely interesting sequences, makes this film not only one of the greatest science-fiction films of all time, but one of the greatest films of all time! The mysterious aura emitted by this film is breath-taking, as are the cinematography and overall concept. The films begins slowly, but due to an stunningly intelligent climax in this scene, providing a clear answer to the question everybody asks at least once in their life: "How did man develop the mentality to kill?" Soon after, the mysterious elements are in play, and the eerie soundtrack provides suspense in a way only a small proportion of films have utilised. The film is incredible, challenge after challenge of human history and future as well as an inexplicable bigger picture.
As mysterious elements continue to be placed into play, we witness the introduction of the most memorable robot of all time: HAL; who is interesting and is a vital character in a vital arc of a film. He provides the some of the stepping stones for the resolution of this inexplicable film. Once more, the cinematography is fabulous and is an absolutely masterpiece, best appreciated with a clear head and lots of concentration.