Greatest Movie Final Shots of All Time - 2001: A Space Odyssey or Psycho (1960)

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2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY

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PSYCHO (1960)
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Why This Battle Matters

Imagine a cinematic showdown where Hitchcock's eerie silence meets Kubrick's cosmic wonder. In the GoatWars' Movie Final Shots League, 'Psycho' and '2001: A Space Odyssey' are not just films; they're titans clashing over our collective memory of cinema. Here, it's not just about which ending left us speechless—it's about which final shot has burrowed deeper into the psyche of pop culture. Will it be the haunting stare of Norman Bates or the transcendent gaze of the Star Child? This battle isn’t just for bragging rights; it's a referendum on what mesmerizes us more: stark, terrifying reality or the boundless mysteries of space. What final image holds more power over you?

🔥 Fan Takes

idk both r iconic but Psycho kinda haunts me more lol
2001's ending literally changed cinema, like, the baby? 🌌 #mindblown
Psycho's last scene with Norman's smile? Epic. Nothing tops that chill.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Psycho (1960) over 2001: A Space Odyssey when it comes to the greatest Movie Final Shots of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Psycho (1960) 75.0% of the time over 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Across all battles:

Psycho (1960) win rate: 54.7%

2001: A Space Odyssey win rate: 45.6%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the 'Greatest Movie Final Shots of All Time' league?

Right now, it's The Shawshank Redemption leading the pack. You can see the full rankings and how the movies stack up on the GOAT List.

What makes 2001: A Space Odyssey so popular despite trailing in the votes?

It's all about the mesmerizing visuals and the deep themes of evolution and technology. Fans who love a good sci-fi mind-bender are totally drawn to its iconic final shot. It's just that Psycho seems to be pulling more heartstrings this time!

Why is Psycho dominating the battle against 2001: A Space Odyssey?

Fans just can't get enough of that eerie final shot of Norman Bates in Psycho. It encapsulates the whole movie's chilling vibe, and it seems to resonate more with fans, especially those who love classic horror vibes!