I'm trying to remember exactly how I regarded HAL 9000 from 2001 back then. Oh I can tell you at least that I was inclined to be sympathetic; back then I always
This post reflects on the character of HAL 9000 from the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. The author recalls a past sympathy for AI characters in science fiction, even those who commit harmful acts. While Arthur C. Clarke's novel provides a narrative resolution for HAL, the film leaves the AI's motivations ambiguous, prompting viewers to interpret its actions. AI