Eyes Wide Shut

Kubrick embarked on several space odysseys because of existential questions, only to finally realise on the last one that the only thing that makes sense in life is a proper fuck. The question is whether he’s right. His brilliance and advanced age, and the not insignificant weight of the message – his last – confirm that he is. Eyes Wide Shut is three hours of psychological and stylistic ecstasy. (04/17/2003)

The story of an extraordinary marriage set in the night. The Kubrick-Kidman-Cruise trio searched until they found each other. It was last-minute, but they did it. :) I'm inspired to wear a bra the way Nicole does - there are so many ways to wear a bra, and Kubrick was probably the last one to tell her how to do it. In terms of more serious reflection, I’d point out the house full of masks, but that would be overdoing it. (03/27/2010)

Finally! I finally fulfilled my last debt to my favorite Stanley Kubrick. I avoided this movie, maybe because of the subject matter. And I'm glad I finally watched it. It's not Kubrick's best film, but I simply like its visual and acting aspects. And I'm not talking about naked women. This is about getting into someone's head, and it's not a nice journey, even though it's bloodless. That makes it even more depressing. (11/27/2015)

This desire truly burns the viewer and most importantly, it matures within them. It may have been a long time since I saw the film, but the suggestive feeling of presence at the ritual or paranoid thoughts of Bill still remain. Cruise and Nicole are brilliant, and Kubrick's construction of atmosphere with the help of minimalist musical accompaniment is also exceptional. (09/14/2006)

I had my eyes really wide open, but the film failed to win me over. Yes, it’s technically precise, it couldn’t be otherwise with Stanley Kubrick, Cruise and Kidman were perfect, the cinematography was impressive and the musical score was evocative in places (the simple piano notes really worked and fit the atmosphere), BUT… there was no emotional or intellectual experience for me. The film is very cold and shallow in its message. It's also possible that I misunderstood it, and I don't really care in this case. I'm not sorry that I wasn't invited to the Kubrick’s last party this time, because I have fond memories of the previous ones. So Arrideverci! Sir, I have enjoyed all your creative life. (10/26/2004)