In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Corinna Bechko (writer - The Space Between, Avatar: Adapt or Die), David Avallone (writer – Drawing Blood, Elvira Meets H.P. Lovecraft), and Paul Pakler (co-host – Paul and Corey Cross the Streams, Quality Time with Family Ties, writer - Hobo Code) participate in a thorough discussion regarding 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984) in light of the film's 40th anniversary, with topics including the film's themes of empathy and physical connection, the common criticism that the film is an unnecessary sequel, the heroism of David Bowman, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for 2010: The Year We Make Contact abound in this panel discussion!)