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The Film Programme: 2001: A Space Odyssey Special

2001: A Space Odyssey Special

27/11/2014

BBC Radio 4 - The Film Programme, 2001: A Space Odyssey Special

Francine Stock explores the hidden wonders of 2001: A Space Odyssey in a special edition.

In a special edition, Francine Stock explores a treasure trove of interviews and archives to pierce the lasting mystery of 2001: A Space Odyssey.

As 2001: A Space Odyssey is re-released in cinemas, Francine Stock presents a special edition on Stanley Kubrick's masterpiece. 
'My God, it's Full of Stars' were the last words of Dave Bowman before he journeyed through the Stargate, according to writer Arthur C. Clarke but it's an apt description for this edition of The Film Programme. Francine journeys through time and space to uncover the mysteries of this 1968 classic. Searching for the mind of H.A.L. and lost alien worlds among the delights of the Stanley Kubrick Archive at London's University of the Arts. Joining Francine on her voyage of discovery are 2001 chronicler Piers Bizony, former urbane spaceman Keir Dullea and the woman who built the moon! Other voices include production designer Harry Lange, make-up genius Stuart Freeborn, editor Ray Lovejoy, all now so much stardust, as well as those of lead ape 'Moonwatcher' (Dan Richter) & Stargate deviser Douglas Trumbull. Open the Pod Bay Doors HAL!

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