2001: A Space Odyssey “Star Child/HAL 9000” Mondo Poster by Greg Ruth
Experience the transcendence of Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece with this striking Greg Ruth Mondo poster. Featuring the Star Child and the HAL 9000 eye.
The Artwork
About This Print
The Ultimate Evolution: Greg Ruth’s Mondo Masterpiece
Dive into the philosophical depths of Stanley Kubrick’s groundbreaking 1968 classic, 2001: A Space Odyssey, with this highly sought-after alternate movie poster by acclaimed artist Greg Ruth. Released through Mondo, this artwork brilliantly captures the film’s climactic themes of human evolution and artificial intelligence.
The Star Child Meets HAL 9000
This stark, high-contrast poster features the Star Child, the final form of Dave Bowman, emerging into a new destiny. Uniquely, Ruth incorporates the ominous, red eye of the sentient computer HAL 9000 into the Star Child’s forehead, symbolizing the fusion of the organic and the synthetic, the human journey, and the final technological leap. Set against a cosmic field of white noise and distant stars, the image is both haunting and profoundly beautiful, making it a must-have piece for any serious cinephile or sci-fi collector. Display this museum-quality print and honor one of cinema’s most important achievements.
What You're Getting
Premium Quality, Every Print
Not all posters are created equal. Here's exactly what makes a MerchFuse print different.
Paper Quality
200 GSM Matte Stock
Genuine heavyweight fine art matte paper — noticeably thicker than standard poster stock. Resists curling and feels substantial on the wall.
Ink & Longevity
75-Year Archival Inks
Fade-resistant pigment inks rated for 75+ years of indoor display — the same technology used in professional photography studios and fine art galleries.
Packaging
Rigid Tube Shipping
Every order hand-rolled in tissue paper inside a reinforced protective tube with end-cap cushioning — arrives perfectly flat, crease-free, mint condition, guaranteed.
Before You Order
Find Your Perfect Print Size
All sizes match standard off-the-shelf frames — IKEA, Target, and Amazon frames fit straight away.
All sizes shown to scale — portrait & landscape orientations
After It Arrives
How to Frame & Display Your Print
Four simple steps, tube to wall — no tools, no specialist knowledge.
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Unroll & Let It Relax
Remove from the tube and lay face-down on a clean flat surface for 20–30 minutes. The 200 GSM matte stock self-relaxes — any shipping curl releases without heat or moisture.
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Pick a Standard Frame
Every size matches a standard off-the-shelf frame — IKEA HOVSTA, Target Threshold, Amazon Basics. An 18×24" drops in directly. No trimming, no custom framing.
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Glass Is Optional
Our matte finish eliminates glare, so hanging without glass often shows more detail — particularly deep blacks and shadow gradients. If you prefer glass, use UV-protective acrylic.
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Avoid Direct UV Sunlight
Archival pigment inks are rated for 75+ years indoors. Choose a wall with indirect or diffused natural light for the longest possible display life.
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