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2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984)
Rate:
5
Viewed:
3/08
3/08:
I'm sorry, but the phrase "something wonderful" has failed to enter into my comprehension.
Facing the tall task of attempting to live up to the expectations of the legendary prequel,
2010: The Year We Make Contact doesn't come close. In fact, it's futile to compare both.
Much of the story is average at best as the filmmakers are more interested in the how's and why's than the
exploration of an unknown territory despite the lingering unanswered questions. So, it's disappointing to see Peter Hyams giving
in to the desires of the American audience.
I'm not saying 2010: The Year We Make Contact is a bad film, but I've found it to be pointless. The visual effects
feel cheap at times but are passable enough. On the other hand, the acting is good, and the storyline isn't boring.
It's nice to see Dave again, but HAL-9000...eh.
All in all, 2001: A Space Odyssey remains
the indisputable king of sci-fi pictures.