2001: A Space Odyssey The Rewatchables
2001: A Space Odyssey

Picking Nits

Ape suits in 4K, HAL’s lip-reading, the title year, HAL’s tactical failures, and the G rating

In the discussion (3)
Approx. transcript time · 02:03:49Read transcript
  • The ape suits, HAL’s lip-reading ability, and whether 2001 denotes a literal year are examined.
  • HAL’s failure to anticipate or prevent Bowman’s shutdown is challenged and then interpreted. — Steven Spielberg
  • The movie’s G rating is questioned and compared with Jaws.
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