2001 A space odyssey is a voyage through an unknown infinity. The images that we encounter throughout the film are fresh and unfamiliar. There are representations of humanity but ultimately this movie is about exploring the areas of the universe that do not readily make sense to the human mind. This is not a traditional movie in most definitions, but rather a new experiance that builds upon it's own premise of leaving behind traditional narratives and anything comfortingly conversant. There are only suggestions, movements and hints at what is possible when you unleash the mind from it's shackles and allow it to purely experiance what is. I can see why some people would react negatively to film in which most if not all previous associations are erased, but I find value in pushing the limits of human perspicacity. The journey is gorgeous and brilliantly visual, so sit back and relax, and enjoy the ride. Don't forget to remember it's just a movie and it can be as deep or as shallow as you want it to be.
