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5 Filmmaking lessons from Cult Classic 2001: A Space Odyssey

Many eminent filmmakers and critics consider that 2001 A Space Odyssey as the best sci-fi film of all time. Even after 49 years of its release, no  other movie was successful in matching this classic in creating visual wonders. In the 21st century, our film making is completely depended upon 3D technology, Green screen, Blue Screen, and VFX. What makes this Stanley Kubrick's modern marvel unique is its innovative use of resources. The special effects in 2001 were executed without the benefits of CG. These brilliant effects were achieved with a mix of creative camera work, dedication towards the project, experiments and hard work .  Let us have a look at the lessons which can be observed from this film. Lesson Number 1: Bigger the idea, Bigger the execution Making this film it costs around $10.5 million for MGM pictures of which $6.5 million spent on special effects. Stanley Kubrick invited Frederick Ordway who had worked in NASA, made him as in-charge for the...