Eyes Wide Shut (dir. Stanley Kubrick)
Known for: A Clockwork Orange (1971), The Shining (1980), Full Metal Jacket (1987)
What it’s about: After his wife, Alice (Nicole Kidman), tells him of her near-infidelity, successful doctor, William Harford (Tom Cruise) sets out on a trek of sexual mystique and exploration. His journey leads him to a strange, confidential orgy of an unidentified secret society. Once there, however, he’s subjected to the sinisterly of the erotic gathering and finds that the group’s threats are very much real.
Why it’s worth watching: Despite his untimely death at the tail end of the 20th century, cinematic icon, Stanley Kubrick, made sure that he left behind a puzzle that would leave audiences scratching their heads for years to come. The director proclaimed that his finale, Eyes Wide Shut, was his best, despite his impressive resume. Over the years, the mixed-received film has raised more questions over its prestige than its plot, as many wonder whether this is a Kubrick masterwork or simply a hoax.
Published: Feb 26, 2017 11:31 am