Arthur C. Clarke s mind-bending contribution to the SF genre, is considered by many to be the finest science fiction film ever made. This collaboration between a major filmmaker and a revered SF and technical writer is part religious speculation, part examination of the nature of intelligence, and part grand adventure to a place no human has gone before. 2001 stands out as one of the few SF films to successfully integrate the magic of special effects with cerebral concepts equal to the best of written science fiction. The film stars Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, and Douglas Rain as the voice of the ominous HAL 9000 computer.
Flashbacks reveals each owner s association with the perfectly-crafted instrument.
The music, composed by John Corigliano, won the Academy Award for Best Score. Rated R. 131 min. Robert Donat plays Richard Hannay, a Canadian tourist in London who becomes embroiled in a deadly conspiracy involving the mysterious phrase, the 39 steps. Romantic, funny, and thrilling, The 39 Steps is lightweight fun for all. This moving film from director Pedro Almodovar follows a mother s journey of self-discovery after a tragic accident.