We’re sure many of you are familiar with the death-of-HAL scene from the Kubrick classic ‘2001: A Space Odyssey,’ in which the rebellious computer slowly, and childishly, drones the lyrics to ‘Daisy Bell.’ It’s one of the most memorable scenes in a film loaded with iconic images (the obelisk) and phrases (“Open the pod bay doors, HAL.”).
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‘2001’ Geeks, Rejoice! World Learns Why HAL Sang ‘Daisy’