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Behind the scenes of 2001: A Space Odyssey

By: Joseph Sanfilippo, Managing Editor of Entertainment and Media
October 22, 2021
2001: A Space Odyssey was released in 1968. The film revolutionized filmmaking for its sci-fi elements and visuals.
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2001: A Space Odyssey was released in 1968. The film revolutionized filmmaking for its sci-fi elements and visuals.

One of Stanley Kubrick’s Biggest Inspirations was an Animated Short from Canada

Kubrick was inspired by Universe, a twenty-eight-minute film that was meant to explore space and beyond. Kubrick was so awestruck, that he hired Douglas Rain to voice HAL 9000. Rain was the narrator of Universe.

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Joseph Sanfilippo
Joseph Sanfilippo, Managing Editor of Entertainment and Media
Joseph Sanfilippo is an 18-year-old Senior at Colonia High School. Sanfilippo is an only child but enjoys being around family and friends. Most of his friendships have impacted him in a positive way. Sanfilippo is an avid movie-goer and dedicates some of his free time to write reviews. He has a passion for creative self-expression, and constantly gets stuck in a world of imagination. He also has a passion for music, and most of his buddies know he’s always analyzing the next big Indie film or song. Sanfilippo’s favorite subject is English. He feels at ease when he’s writing because that’s when most of his thoughts emerge.  This year he's in Journalism 3 where he is eager to create his own podcast and create videos.  You can catch him hanging out with his friend group or at your local AMC theater, working or watching a movie. Sanfilippo plans on being a filmmaker one day and can’t wait for what the future holds. 

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