Stanley Kubrick's 2001 A Space Odyssey ~ A Look Behind the Future

Today on Far Future Horizons we present Stanley Kubrick's 2001 A Space Odyssey ~ A Look Behind The Future a documentary produced in 1968 which gives us a behind the scenes look at the making of this great film classic.

"A vintage documentary going behind the scenes of 2001: A Space Odyssey has surfaced, delving into the making of the 1968 film two years before it blew our collective minds."

Rediscovered by Open Culture, this twenty minute featurette looks at everything from the future of space exploration (circa the 1960s) to the making of Stanley Kubrick’s eventual classic. For sci-fi fans, this footage is a treasure trove of awesomeness. From the development of the centrifuge set used for the space station, to the look and direction of the film, this mini-doc is a fascinating window into the genesis of an “unusual motion picture” that would go on to inspire filmmakers for decades. Strap in for some classic sci-fi awesomeness and enjoy."

Stanley Kubrick's 2001 A Space Odyssey ~ A Look Behind The Future
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