Standing on the Shoulders of Kubrick: The Legacy of 2001

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0h 22m
2007
6 /10 (6)

Overview

Stanley Kubrick's groundbreaking 2001: A Space Odyssey opened the door to all the films and filmmakers who followed it. Through interviews with directors such as George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Sydney Pollack - as well as special effects professionals and cultural historians - this documentary examines the legacy of Kubrick's masterpiece and its influence on science fiction films, special effects and world cinema.

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Languages : English
Released Date: 2007-10-23
Director : Gary Leva

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George Lucas

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Sydney Pollack

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