Greatest Movie Final Shots of All Time - Planet of the Apes or 2001: A Space Odyssey
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Why This Battle Matters
Is it the enigmatic voyage of Kubrick’s '2001: A Space Odyssey' or the startling revelation of 'Planet of the Apes' that captures the essence of cinematic perfection in a final shot? Here's where the philosophies collide: the serene cosmic ballet versus the raw, dystopian shock. This clash isn’t just about which scene left audiences more bewildered; it’s about what defines a legacy in film. Are we moved more by the haunting journey into the unknown, or the gut-punch of twisted reality? Your choice tells a story - do we seek to explore beyond our limits, or confront the monsters within?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Planet of the Apes over 2001: A Space Odyssey when it comes to the greatest Movie Final Shots of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Planet of the Apes 77.3% of the time over 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Across all battles:
Planet of the Apes win rate: 68.8%
2001: A Space Odyssey win rate: 45.6%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
The Shawshank Redemption is currently sitting pretty as the top dawg. If you wanna see why it's leading the pack, check out the GOAT List.
What's so beloved about the final shot of 2001: A Space Odyssey?
2001: A Space Odyssey offers a final shot that's simply mesmerizing. Fans love it for its deep, thought-provoking imagery and the way it caps off a journey not just through space, but into the human psyche and the unknown cosmos.
Why is Planet of the Apes winning by so much in the Greatest Movie Final Shots of All Time league?
Fans are really vibing with the iconic twist ending of Planet of the Apes. It’s not just nostalgia — it's a cultural landmark that reshaped sci-fi endings and left audiences stunned, which is giving it a big edge over 2001: A Space Odyssey.