It's not unusual for artists to be inspired by others, but seldom does such inspiration become an anthem of a generation. In this case, David Bowie drew inspiration from an iconic film that marked a crucial time in the history of humanity. In 1968, a very young David Bowie, whose career had had a rough start, went to see a movie, not knowing that those two and a half hours would change his life forever. Bowie was in a rough place personally, and this sci-fi movie really resonated with him , inspiring him to write the song that kickstarted his career.

How David Bowie Was Inspired by Stanley Kubrick

In 1968, Stanley Kubrick released his legendary movie, 2001: A Space Odyssey , and the next year, man walked on the moon. This science fiction movie made a huge impact on fans all

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