Philip Spagnolo inquires:
"How does the monolith tie into man's evolution?  What role does Hal,
assuming the role of God on the Jupiter mission, play in regards to
theme?  Is it that we have lost the ability to really communicate?
 
I'm very interested in hearing people's opinions on this film."
 
 
There's been a *lot* written on this film, but you might start by comparing
Arthur C. Clarke's novelization (which was written while the film was in
production) and its subsequent sequels.
 
But then the question is whether Clarke's vision is the same as Kubrick's.
 
I think Kubrick's *visuals* and use of music almost speak for themselves as
elements of his typically mordant view of humanity.  And this is his most
*positive* film!  Clarke is much more of an optimist.
 
Don Larsson, Mankato State U (MN)
 
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