2001: a space Odyssey. 45 years young today

45 years ago today (april 3rd), “2001: A Space Odyssey,” premiered at the Uptown Theater in Washington D.C.. In celebration of the release of this groundbreaking and influential film, please enjoy these archive of photos from the production and release of the film. Although advertised as a "Cinerama" feature, 2001 was not shot with the three-camera Cinerama true process but was instead shot with 65mm cameras for screenings on teh large format curved Cinerama screens which are now all but extinct ( a few remain, most famously the Cinerama dome in Hollywood, CA). The film when originally released was received with mixed reviews and box office returns. But in a case of pure word of mouth, 2001 became a monumental hit.

Enjoy these photos celebrating this seminal film...

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