The 1968 Film 2001: a Space Odyssey Not Only Reflected

The 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey not only reflected the enormous popular interest in space but also showed that science fiction was increasingly

A) forgoing intricate or intellectual plots in favor of creating astounding special effects to dazzle the viewer.
B) replacing other television and film genres, such as Westerns and sitcoms.
C) concerned with explaining the dry, technical aspects of the space race in a way that would be easy for the audience to understand.
D) addressing issues about life and humanity that were formerly the domain of church leaders.