Review of 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) by Jim F — 29 Jan 2016

A masterpiece of science fiction with an amazing soundtrack. Revolutionary for its time and still great today.

This review of 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) was written by Jim F on 29 Jan 2016.

2001: A Space Odyssey has generally received very positive reviews.

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