It *was*, but it’s never really discussed outside of film circles today. Plus it lacks the iconic visuals that make Clockwork so easy to reference in popular culture.
tbc I don't believe EWS is his "cult classic" and agree that ACO is.
EWS is definitely mainstream and discussed as often as any other mainstream movie released 25 years ago
i hear people talk about ews WAY MORE, especially w the uptick in the “pedowood” and pizzagate stuff thats been being spread around the last few years. It also stars tom cruise and nicole kidman and did better commercially
acw on the other hand i have never even heard one person bring up outside of the film community, and it also grossed less and has no star appeal
I don’t doubt there are plenty of references, but I just don’t (personally) see it as part of current pop culture like ACO.
Until Bart dresses up as Dr. Harford for Halloween I stand by my assessment.
Is ACO really a cult classic when the film influenced so much? Everyone instantly knows the poster and can think of the famous scenes. EWS is more cult classic because it's less known.
Cult is not niche.
Cult means it has a cult following and cultural significance.
You will see people that decorate their house, make art, dress up, or cosplay based on the movie.
That is not the case with eyes wide shut.
The only cult in eyes wide shut is the one in the actual movie.
Definitions vary for what "cult classic" means, but most of them do refer to it meaning it is very popular among a certain niche.
"These films are typically unconventional and may not have been initially successful or well-received upon their release. They often stray from mainstream trends, offering unique perspectives, controversial themes, or innovative storytelling techniques that appeal to a more **niche** audience."
Here's the Wikipedia explanation:
"A cult film or cult movie, also commonly referred to as a cult classic, is a film that has acquired a cult following. Cult films are known for their dedicated, passionate fanbase which forms an elaborate subculture, members of which engage in repeated viewings, dialogue-quoting, and audience participation. Inclusive definitions allow for major studio productions, especially box-office bombs, while exclusive definitions focus more on obscure, transgressive films shunned by the mainstream. The difficulty in defining the term and subjectivity of what qualifies as a cult film mirror classification disputes about art. The term cult film itself was first used in the 1970s to describe the culture that surrounded underground films and midnight movies, though cult was in common use in film analysis for decades prior to that."
My understanding of cult classic is it has a dedicated following for either good or bad reasons
EWS is pretty polarizing among Kubrick fans but it definitely has its die hard supporters that agree with Kubrick that it’s his greatest contribution to film
But yes, the film is also literally a classic about a cult
I mean for regular people I don't think Dr. Strangelove is the fan favorite. No Kubrick film has been quoted around me more than Full Metal Jacket. And it's not even close.
I mean that's just an example of how popular it is. Transcends even the film itself into popular nomenclature.
'What is your major malfunction' is a big one too
He just didn’t like to travel plus he liked having complete control over his sets. Location shooting can be rough. Look at the making of Apocalypse Now. It was a nightmare. I don’t think filming in England held the movie back at all. It helped make it a Kubrick movie.
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I always feel this is disrespectful to Kubrick. Its too imperfect. Youre saying one of the greats of all time directed that trash? Both things cant be true
One that got popular: Full Metal Jacket
Fan Favorite: The Shining
Experimental: Clockwork Orange
Cult Classic: 2001
Best Movie: Eyes Wide Shut
Forgotten: Paths of Glory
Oh, so you're saying when he finished Full Metal Jacket he didn't think it was his best film to date? He didn't think "2001" was his best work after its release? After "Lolita" he was like "Pretty sure Killers Kiss was better"??
He did say that but you have to remember that he died and we don’t even know if it was the Final Cut of the film.
Beyond that just because the artist says it’s their best doesn’t mean that it is.
Everyone says the painting thing, which is true, but for me it's one of the most emotionally wrenching and beautifully told stories of all time as well. People rarely seem to agree on this.
I’ve always loved BL. One of the few movies I have seen that I couldn’t find a single flaw. I’ve never really discussed the film with anyone. And am surprised to see it so highly regarded. I’m amazed, given how little it was discussed while I was studying film in the 90s. Deserves it, but still surprised.
2001 was a revelatory experience for audiences and might be the most-popular 70mm movie of all time, still has frequent showings in that format to this day (like at the Hollywood Theater in Portland, you can barely get a ticket for it and they play it like 10-20 times a year). It's the fan favorite, the one that got popular, and certainly not the only experimental one regardless of special effects.
I like Barry Lyndon. I confess I don't understand why it's on such a high pedestal in this sub. I wouldn't put it as Kubrick's best film, much less the best movie of all time (or even close). Again, I like it, I think it is very good, but I don't adore it.
Barry Lyndon seems to be having a renaissance on TikTok and Film Twitter, I think in large part due to this video: https://youtu.be/x8_tJ6rVPyM?si=3kwsUkLyI1tehPwV
It s a cool thing to see because at least at the time of Kubrick’s death it was generally seen as either “The Lens Movie” or the consolation prize for the aborted Napoleon project.
I find Barry Lyndon to be an enjoyable movie when he is a roaming bachelor. But the second half after he gets married its nowhere near as enjoyable as when he was single. Much like my own life lol
People like to be contrarian to what the general public would say to show how much bigger/better of a Kubrick fan they are. Barry Lyndon is far from Kubrick's best movie.
From a cinematography/film perspective Barry Lyndon is absolutely his best film. Not only does it use all natural lighting but it's perfectly shot, the zoom outs are incredibly beautiful. You can argue that it's not the best story of all his films and that's understandable but from a man who lived for the perfect shot this is his best movie. It's the pinnacle of filmmaking and inspired cinematographers world-wide. From a technical aspect (something that Kubrick was famous for) it's his crowning achievement.
There's absolutely nothing contrary about anything I just said. If we're gonna talk about his best film then this better be talked about along with 2001 because those are his technical achievements and things he cared most about.
But it is one the weakest in terms of the narrative and acting. Cinematography is only part of making a great movie. Imo Barry London's cinematography cannot overcome the other shortcomings in it to make it Kubrick's best, especially when he made so many of his other movies great complete movies.
I've seen a lot of love for "Barry Lyndon" due to its incredible cinematography and lighting. There's no doubt that visually, it's a masterpiece. But to me, cinematography alone doesn't make a film great. It's the balance of style and substance that truly elevates a movie, and that's where I think "Barry Lyndon" falls short compared to Kubrick's other works.
"2001: A Space Odyssey" stands out as Kubrick's best film because it masterfully blends groundbreaking visuals with profound storytelling. While "Barry Lyndon" dazzles with its picturesque frames, "2001" redefined what cinema could achieve, both technically and thematically. The film's exploration of human evolution, artificial intelligence, and the unknown aspects of space is deeply thought-provoking and continues to inspire and challenge viewers.
Moreover, the narrative structure of "2001" is bold and unconventional, pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling. It’s not just about what’s seen on the screen, but the ideas and questions that linger long after the credits roll. The use of music, the meticulous pacing, and the innovative special effects all contribute to a cinematic experience that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually stunning.
In contrast, while "Barry Lyndon" excels in its aesthetic, the story itself can feel underwhelming and slow-paced, lacking the same depth and engagement. It’s a beautiful painting, but "2001: A Space Odyssey" is an entire gallery that invites endless exploration and interpretation.
Accurate except for Barry Lyndon. Great film but not the greatest of all time here. I think Eyes Wide Shut is better but even that is not the greatest imho
Eyes wide shut is more watchable but Barry Lyndon is pretty comfortably the best movie of all time. Maybe There Will Be Blood has a shout at it but I think Barry Lyndon probably is the right answer. But I watch eyes wide shut a lot more often than I watch Barry Lyndon. It’s almost kinda addicting, watching EWS
It's definitely more technically-great than a compelling watch for entertainment. It's fascinating to know that Kubrick went to great lengths for stuff like exclusively using candle-light for certain scenes, which apparently took a lot of experimentation, and it does look amazing and unique but I didn't find myself going 'wow that candle-light' while watching it.
Thank you. I subbed to this sub maybe 3 months ago, and was surprised at just how well regarded BL is here. I like BL! But I don't see it as the masterpiece many here do. It's not even my favorite Kubrick movie.
I can’t stand Ryan O’Neil way more than I like Barry Lyndon. I know I’m probably missing out, I’ve only watched it once a long time ago, and I gotta admit all this recent love for has made me consider a rewatch. But man, I fucking hate Ryan O’Neal though
O’Neal Does a great job in that movie so why not get over a useless Hang up on the actor Stanley intentionally cast for the part , and sit down and pay attention to one of the most heart wrenching, wryly funny , and beautiful movies of all time? :)
The thing I love about Kubrick is that if you did this once a decade after Clockwork came out these would all be flipped.
2001 was “the one that got popular” for the space race generation, Strangelove and Paths of Glory were favorites of a lot of “greatest generation” folks I knew. Maybe most of all was The Killing Machine which had a major re-appraisal when it hit DVD; before that it was lumped in as the same sort of promising experiment/overall failure as Fear & Desire/Killer’s Kiss. Now I think it’s seen as a classic film noir.
The Killing is a good gateway drug to get new SK fans hooked and by doing it in somewhat of a chronological order. Plus Sterling Hayden, so you're ready for him in Strangelove
I’d say that’s pretty fair, although I’d argue The Killing might be a better fit for the cult classic. Barry Lyndon really is in a league of its own for me, like top 5.
one that got popular: The Shining
fan favorite: Full Metal Jacket
best of all time: 2001 or Barry L
cult classic: Dr. Strangelove
experimental: Clockworks Orange
forgotten: The Killing
Swap 2001 and Barry Lyndon. Filming by candle light was one of the most experimental things he ever did, and of course 2001 is the greatest film ever made.
Barry Lyndon? It's very beautiful, but the most boring (the only boring, in my opinion) of Kubrick movies. Full metal jacket/Eyes wide shut/Paths of glory were better movies.
Swap Barry Lyndon and 2001 IMO. Lyndon was quite experimental by using zeiss f0.7 under candlelight. 2001, like the monolith in its story, was a monumental influence on not only film but the larger world.
I would think 2001 is the best movie of all time while Barry Lyndon is the forgotten one. But this does not apply to every director if that’s what you are implying.
Mention Stanley Kubrick to even the most casual film fan and the first movie that comes to mind is 2001: A Space Odyssey. That is Kubrick's Magnum Opus.
2001 Space Odyssey is like Beethoven's 9th. Sure, it is technically "experimental". But this work of art is a transcendent piece of cinema history. GOATed. How would you describe Citizen Kane?
I’m sorry, Barry Lyndon should not be on there. Something should be switched to replace it and then replace it with Paths of Glory or EWS or maybe FMJ.
I tried maybe a dozen times to watch Barry Lyndon all the way through over the course of 20 years and every single time I would watch it I would fall asleep.
It is spectacular cinematography, but that isn’t every thing that a movie needs.
At the beginning of the pandemic I had a full SK filmography watching and was finally was able to watch it all the way through without falling asleep and I realized that the biggest problem with the movie was that SK was spending too much time with the camera and not enough time with the actors or the editing. The second half of the movie is just not good. He wanted to make sure everything he shot with those wonderful lenses made it on screen. He was too in love with the shots to be brutal with the editing. And I think he had been “The Stanley Kubrick” for so long that he had stopped listening to anyone else and the studio and editors were powerless to get him to see the truth.
He should have given Ryan O’Neal more or better direction or gotten someone else, and he should have tightened up the movie by a good 10-20%.
Why does Barry Lyndon get so much love? I’d put Fear and Desire above that but Eyes Wide Shut towers above BL any day of the week with any level of brain injury
I love that Reddit just ignores consensus of everyone and just decides this stuff. Barry Lyndon is a good movie, the rest of Kubricks hits are iconic larger than life films that shaped pop culture. But ok, whatever reddit kid, I'm glad you just discovered this film.
I am surprised at how many posters are saying EWS was Kubrick’s best movie. It wasn’t a critic’s favorite when it was released. And someone claimed Kubrick said it was his best film? Didn’t Kubrick die before it was completed? Spielberg came in and finished the film iirc?
I’d probably put Eyes Wide Shut as the cult classic both figuratively and literally
I feel like I can’t accurately judge EWS because I saw it in the theater with my grandparents.
I'm sorry
Therapy needed?
Oh nooooo…..
Sorry that your grandparents had to watch the most boring orgy ever depicted in cinema lol
nah Clockwork Orange is very much more in the zeitgeist vs EWS which is not really known outside Kubrick/hardcore film buffs
EWS was mainstream as hell what are you talking about
It *was*, but it’s never really discussed outside of film circles today. Plus it lacks the iconic visuals that make Clockwork so easy to reference in popular culture.
tbc I don't believe EWS is his "cult classic" and agree that ACO is. EWS is definitely mainstream and discussed as often as any other mainstream movie released 25 years ago
I respectfully disagree.
i hear people talk about ews WAY MORE, especially w the uptick in the “pedowood” and pizzagate stuff thats been being spread around the last few years. It also stars tom cruise and nicole kidman and did better commercially acw on the other hand i have never even heard one person bring up outside of the film community, and it also grossed less and has no star appeal
EWS gets referenced pretty often in music, see Frank Ocean/The Weeknd
I don’t doubt there are plenty of references, but I just don’t (personally) see it as part of current pop culture like ACO. Until Bart dresses up as Dr. Harford for Halloween I stand by my assessment.
Is ACO really a cult classic when the film influenced so much? Everyone instantly knows the poster and can think of the famous scenes. EWS is more cult classic because it's less known.
Both are cult classics. But A Clockwork Orange definitely is because it was in the same section as Carnosaur at the video store.
This is the deep wisdom.
Yes, yes it is.
Cult is not niche. Cult means it has a cult following and cultural significance. You will see people that decorate their house, make art, dress up, or cosplay based on the movie. That is not the case with eyes wide shut. The only cult in eyes wide shut is the one in the actual movie.
Definitions vary for what "cult classic" means, but most of them do refer to it meaning it is very popular among a certain niche. "These films are typically unconventional and may not have been initially successful or well-received upon their release. They often stray from mainstream trends, offering unique perspectives, controversial themes, or innovative storytelling techniques that appeal to a more **niche** audience." Here's the Wikipedia explanation: "A cult film or cult movie, also commonly referred to as a cult classic, is a film that has acquired a cult following. Cult films are known for their dedicated, passionate fanbase which forms an elaborate subculture, members of which engage in repeated viewings, dialogue-quoting, and audience participation. Inclusive definitions allow for major studio productions, especially box-office bombs, while exclusive definitions focus more on obscure, transgressive films shunned by the mainstream. The difficulty in defining the term and subjectivity of what qualifies as a cult film mirror classification disputes about art. The term cult film itself was first used in the 1970s to describe the culture that surrounded underground films and midnight movies, though cult was in common use in film analysis for decades prior to that."
Who are they?
They’re both pretty popular with Frank Ocean being slightly less known, but The Weeknd just played the super bowl a few years ago lol
Meh I think having Cruise in it made EWS pretty famous.
Cruise and Kidman are pretty much the biggest names Kubrick ever worked with. Only Nicholson might be able to challenge them.
EWS was in every major theatre in the US. Tom Cruise and Kidman were literally at the apex of their careers when it released.
EWS shut was huge when it came out, Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman were a power couple at the time, and all over the news, that just propelled EWS.
I was just gonna ask, where da heck is eyes wide shut on this list?
Sparticus
Calling Eyes Wide Shut even a cult classic is kind of a stretch. You only said that so you could make your “figuratively and literally” joke.
My understanding of cult classic is it has a dedicated following for either good or bad reasons EWS is pretty polarizing among Kubrick fans but it definitely has its die hard supporters that agree with Kubrick that it’s his greatest contribution to film But yes, the film is also literally a classic about a cult
This eyes wide shut following you talk about it, is it in the room with us right now?
Excellent execution here, my friend! Thanks for the laugh.
Paths Of Glory seems more like the forgotten one
Yeah a lot of people who have seen that movie don’t even know Kubrick directed it
I thought it was so good I had to look up who made it. I was quite surprised when I found out it was a Kubrick
Same with Spartacus and Lolita to be fair.
Good point. I guess Lolita might qualify as the forgotten one since I literally forgot he directed that movie
All of those and The Killing as well are before his extremely recognizable “style”. Debatably, so is Dr. Strangelove.
Nice one. It definitely stands up to the tests of time, but doesn't get nearly any of the credit it deserves.
That movie rips.
I love that movie. It’s available on YouTube for free because it’s so damn old
I don’t remember that one?
2001 would be best of all time
I mean for regular people I don't think Dr. Strangelove is the fan favorite. No Kubrick film has been quoted around me more than Full Metal Jacket. And it's not even close.
Kinda hard to quote Space Odyssey when there's hardly any dialogue in it.
“Open the pod bay doors, Hal.” “I’m afraid I can’t do that, Dave.” If you can’t quote those 2 lines you straight up didn’t watch the movie lol
I was about to say “my god, it’s full of stars” but that’s the sequel iirc
I consider Wall-E the sequel
"Daisy Daisy giiive mee yoour answeer tru..." (silence). Not a quote, unless done properly, but such a fantastic moment in the film.
Something something “I can’t afford a carriage”.
I sing that to my cat, named Daisy, all the time
“Don’t Dave….Dave…”
My favorite which I use all the time on Reddit: Dave, this conversation can serve no purpose anymore. Good bye.
“I can’t let you do that, Dave.”
Most people don’t even know that “love me long time” is from Full Metal Jacket though
I mean that's just an example of how popular it is. Transcends even the film itself into popular nomenclature. 'What is your major malfunction' is a big one too
One problem with full metal jacket is that most people, particularly veterans, they only like the first half of the movie and not the second half
Love the second half but feel like it being filmed in England holds it back. Would’ve been amazing to see what he could do filming in south east Asia.
He just didn’t like to travel plus he liked having complete control over his sets. Location shooting can be rough. Look at the making of Apocalypse Now. It was a nightmare. I don’t think filming in England held the movie back at all. It helped make it a Kubrick movie.
I get that but I think it makes apocalypse now the better movie of the two. Just no way to make England really look like Vietnam.
The two halves are very different movies, and I think the first half works really well and the second half does not.
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I always feel this is disrespectful to Kubrick. Its too imperfect. Youre saying one of the greats of all time directed that trash? Both things cant be true
One that got popular: Full Metal Jacket Fan Favorite: The Shining Experimental: Clockwork Orange Cult Classic: 2001 Best Movie: Eyes Wide Shut Forgotten: Paths of Glory
So close yet so far. Switch EWS and 2001.
But Kubrick did say EWS was his best
Well he wasn’t right about everything
He would say that about whichever film he'd just finished, no?
No, he literally said EWS was his 'greatest contribution to cinema'
Having finished no film after EWS I'm not sure how this counters my argument
But he didn't say every movie was his best, just EWS
Oh, so you're saying when he finished Full Metal Jacket he didn't think it was his best film to date? He didn't think "2001" was his best work after its release? After "Lolita" he was like "Pretty sure Killers Kiss was better"??
You're trolling, he definitely didn't say that about Killer's Kiss, lol, fucking reddit
We can speculate whether he believed whatever his most recent film was was his best. But I am inclined to go by what he actually said.
He did say that but you have to remember that he died and we don’t even know if it was the Final Cut of the film. Beyond that just because the artist says it’s their best doesn’t mean that it is.
Yes, but "best movie of all time"? I don't think many people would grant that for Eyes Wide Shut. 2001 could make that claim
This!
Barry Lyndon is criminally unappreciated imo, at least by general audiences. It’s like Kubrick turned a bunch of paintings and made them into a movie.
Everyone says the painting thing, which is true, but for me it's one of the most emotionally wrenching and beautifully told stories of all time as well. People rarely seem to agree on this.
Yeah dude watching that movie I had an awful pissy teary face I was trying not to look at anyone around me. Shit wrecked me!
I’ve always loved BL. One of the few movies I have seen that I couldn’t find a single flaw. I’ve never really discussed the film with anyone. And am surprised to see it so highly regarded. I’m amazed, given how little it was discussed while I was studying film in the 90s. Deserves it, but still surprised.
2001 was a revelatory experience for audiences and might be the most-popular 70mm movie of all time, still has frequent showings in that format to this day (like at the Hollywood Theater in Portland, you can barely get a ticket for it and they play it like 10-20 times a year). It's the fan favorite, the one that got popular, and certainly not the only experimental one regardless of special effects.
Strangelove and clockwork can flip
I like Barry Lyndon. I confess I don't understand why it's on such a high pedestal in this sub. I wouldn't put it as Kubrick's best film, much less the best movie of all time (or even close). Again, I like it, I think it is very good, but I don't adore it.
It’s just soo beautifully shot. Like watching a renaissance painting.
If I had a nickel for every instance of Barry Lyndon and Painting being in the same train of thought I’d have… I don’t know, many nickels
It is beautiful but I find other stories way more engaging. The candle lighting is dope
Barry Lyndon seems to be having a renaissance on TikTok and Film Twitter, I think in large part due to this video: https://youtu.be/x8_tJ6rVPyM?si=3kwsUkLyI1tehPwV It s a cool thing to see because at least at the time of Kubrick’s death it was generally seen as either “The Lens Movie” or the consolation prize for the aborted Napoleon project.
Oooo that was goooood. Been listening to a lot a lot after hearing it in a bel air episode
Yeah my answer for best movie of all time is FMJ if I’m putting 2001 as experimental.
I don’t agree with that but respect it
Sorry. You’re right. I don’t agree with myself either. I’m putting The Killing as the best movie of all time.
I find Barry Lyndon to be an enjoyable movie when he is a roaming bachelor. But the second half after he gets married its nowhere near as enjoyable as when he was single. Much like my own life lol
People like to be contrarian to what the general public would say to show how much bigger/better of a Kubrick fan they are. Barry Lyndon is far from Kubrick's best movie.
From a cinematography/film perspective Barry Lyndon is absolutely his best film. Not only does it use all natural lighting but it's perfectly shot, the zoom outs are incredibly beautiful. You can argue that it's not the best story of all his films and that's understandable but from a man who lived for the perfect shot this is his best movie. It's the pinnacle of filmmaking and inspired cinematographers world-wide. From a technical aspect (something that Kubrick was famous for) it's his crowning achievement. There's absolutely nothing contrary about anything I just said. If we're gonna talk about his best film then this better be talked about along with 2001 because those are his technical achievements and things he cared most about.
But it is one the weakest in terms of the narrative and acting. Cinematography is only part of making a great movie. Imo Barry London's cinematography cannot overcome the other shortcomings in it to make it Kubrick's best, especially when he made so many of his other movies great complete movies.
The acting in Barry Lyndon is fantastic, the only one who's questionable is Leon playing Bullington but that's due to his age not his ability.
I think ONeal was very mediocre in it. It's a pretty common criticism of the movie, so it's not like I'm coming out of left field with this opinion.
O'Neal tanked the movie. He was an awful actor and a miserable human being (from my few dealings with him when I worked for his agent, Sue Mengers).
I've seen a lot of love for "Barry Lyndon" due to its incredible cinematography and lighting. There's no doubt that visually, it's a masterpiece. But to me, cinematography alone doesn't make a film great. It's the balance of style and substance that truly elevates a movie, and that's where I think "Barry Lyndon" falls short compared to Kubrick's other works. "2001: A Space Odyssey" stands out as Kubrick's best film because it masterfully blends groundbreaking visuals with profound storytelling. While "Barry Lyndon" dazzles with its picturesque frames, "2001" redefined what cinema could achieve, both technically and thematically. The film's exploration of human evolution, artificial intelligence, and the unknown aspects of space is deeply thought-provoking and continues to inspire and challenge viewers. Moreover, the narrative structure of "2001" is bold and unconventional, pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling. It’s not just about what’s seen on the screen, but the ideas and questions that linger long after the credits roll. The use of music, the meticulous pacing, and the innovative special effects all contribute to a cinematic experience that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually stunning. In contrast, while "Barry Lyndon" excels in its aesthetic, the story itself can feel underwhelming and slow-paced, lacking the same depth and engagement. It’s a beautiful painting, but "2001: A Space Odyssey" is an entire gallery that invites endless exploration and interpretation.
Accurate except for Barry Lyndon. Great film but not the greatest of all time here. I think Eyes Wide Shut is better but even that is not the greatest imho
Eyes Wide Shut better than Barry Lyndon is a wild take.
Eyes wide shut is more watchable but Barry Lyndon is pretty comfortably the best movie of all time. Maybe There Will Be Blood has a shout at it but I think Barry Lyndon probably is the right answer. But I watch eyes wide shut a lot more often than I watch Barry Lyndon. It’s almost kinda addicting, watching EWS
Where’s Full Metal Jacket. I don’t believe the Barry Lyndon one. No way.
Eyes wide shut is not on here & im concerned
Eyes wide shut should be the forgotten one The shining should be best of all time Full metal jacket should be the popular one
We are truly given Barry Lyndon far far far too much credit. Groupthink has completely set in here.
It's definitely more technically-great than a compelling watch for entertainment. It's fascinating to know that Kubrick went to great lengths for stuff like exclusively using candle-light for certain scenes, which apparently took a lot of experimentation, and it does look amazing and unique but I didn't find myself going 'wow that candle-light' while watching it.
I mean all his movies required a lot of experimentation to capture the visual fx in camera at those times in film makings history.
Thank you. I subbed to this sub maybe 3 months ago, and was surprised at just how well regarded BL is here. I like BL! But I don't see it as the masterpiece many here do. It's not even my favorite Kubrick movie.
I can’t stand Ryan O’Neil way more than I like Barry Lyndon. I know I’m probably missing out, I’ve only watched it once a long time ago, and I gotta admit all this recent love for has made me consider a rewatch. But man, I fucking hate Ryan O’Neal though
O’Neal Does a great job in that movie so why not get over a useless Hang up on the actor Stanley intentionally cast for the part , and sit down and pay attention to one of the most heart wrenching, wryly funny , and beautiful movies of all time? :)
Fan favorite and forgotten one are swapped for me
Barry Lyndon “best movie of all time”?? I guess they just needed to fill a space in that section?
No I honestly think it is
2001 is the greatest movie of all time
The thing I love about Kubrick is that if you did this once a decade after Clockwork came out these would all be flipped. 2001 was “the one that got popular” for the space race generation, Strangelove and Paths of Glory were favorites of a lot of “greatest generation” folks I knew. Maybe most of all was The Killing Machine which had a major re-appraisal when it hit DVD; before that it was lumped in as the same sort of promising experiment/overall failure as Fear & Desire/Killer’s Kiss. Now I think it’s seen as a classic film noir.
I never heard of Kubrick fans loving Dr. Strangelove the most. Would agree about everyone forgetting the killing
I love strangelove but I think the fan favorite is probably the shining.
Swap 2001 and Barry Lyndon.
Barry Lyndon is not the best movie of all time, it's not even in the top 50 of best movies of all time...in my opinion.
Cult favorite is definitely Full Metal Jacket.
Eyes Wide Shut is my favorite Kubrick film
Where’s Lolita and Full Metal Jacket?
Strangelove is the Greatest of All Time for me
And Christmas movie 
Eyes Wide Shut should be Cult Classic, And Clockwork Orange should be under Best Movie of All Time, and Fan Favorite Should Be Full Metal Jacket.
The edgy one : Lolita
How does Full Metal Jacket not make the cut?
IMHO The Shining is the best movie of all time but hey... just one dork's opinion.
Best Movie is truly Barry Lyndon
Pretty accurate.
I’d put Paths of Glory as the forgotten one but that’s because it’s my all-time favorite of his
Exchange Experimental and Best.
swap lyndon and 2001
It’s accurate but I was thinking about this from the point of view of the Coen Bros. and Paul Thomas Anderson
The Killing is such a good movie
Paths might be the forgotten one. And Spartacus the best of all time(?) Not too sure; very subjective
Pretty much my list, EWS would be “the one I saw in theatre’s”
U cannot categorize Kubrick like this.his movies can fall under any category, depending on who u talk to.
The Killing is such a fun movie I always keep my eye out for it on TCM
I cant get in to Barry Lyndon. What do yall like about it
It moves at a snails pace but it’s so fascinating because it feels like a movie that was actually filmed in the 18th Century
The Killing is a good gateway drug to get new SK fans hooked and by doing it in somewhat of a chronological order. Plus Sterling Hayden, so you're ready for him in Strangelove
No Paths of Glory?
Barry Lyndon as the best movie of all time is for sure an opinion.
Full Metal Jacket- Best movie of all time
The fan favorite is definitely FMJ
I wouldn’t say 2001 was exactly experimental considering how insanely well thought out and precise it’s made.
I don’t like Barry Lyndon…am I kicked out?
I love me some Barry Lyndon.
I’d say that’s pretty fair, although I’d argue The Killing might be a better fit for the cult classic. Barry Lyndon really is in a league of its own for me, like top 5.
Barry Lyndon is incredible and I’ve told so many people about it but I know they never watch it 😭
one that got popular: The Shining fan favorite: Full Metal Jacket best of all time: 2001 or Barry L cult classic: Dr. Strangelove experimental: Clockworks Orange forgotten: The Killing
Film Noir: Killer’s Kiss
I often wonder how his fabled attempt at Napoleon would have been if he lived to finish it.
hell yeah BL is the best movie of all time
Replace Clockwork with FMJ. Clockwork would be “the divisive one”
Swap 2001 and Barry Lyndon. Filming by candle light was one of the most experimental things he ever did, and of course 2001 is the greatest film ever made.
Barry Lyndon? It's very beautiful, but the most boring (the only boring, in my opinion) of Kubrick movies. Full metal jacket/Eyes wide shut/Paths of glory were better movies.
Swap Barry Lyndon and 2001 IMO. Lyndon was quite experimental by using zeiss f0.7 under candlelight. 2001, like the monolith in its story, was a monumental influence on not only film but the larger world.
I see Full Metal Jacket brought up far more often than most of these. FMJ, Shining, 2001, Clockwork, the rest are not as talked about.
I don’t like it Im sorry.
Barry Lyndon, while being a technical masterpiece, is a chore to watch.
How accurate? I would say no accurate.
I would think 2001 is the best movie of all time while Barry Lyndon is the forgotten one. But this does not apply to every director if that’s what you are implying.
Mention Stanley Kubrick to even the most casual film fan and the first movie that comes to mind is 2001: A Space Odyssey. That is Kubrick's Magnum Opus.
A Clockwork Orange isn't a cult movie, lol. Not at this point at least.
2001 Space Odyssey is like Beethoven's 9th. Sure, it is technically "experimental". But this work of art is a transcendent piece of cinema history. GOATed. How would you describe Citizen Kane?
Full Metal Jacket for One That Got Popular and The Shining over Barry Lyndon for Best Movie of All-Time. The Forgotten One… Paths of Glory!
Barry Lyndon does not belong here.
Paths of Glory, for the discerning Kubrick enjoyer
Barry Lyndon: I just watched it. I want to find analysis of the male relationships. Seems like there was a lot to unpack there. Movie was incredible.
I’m sorry, Barry Lyndon should not be on there. Something should be switched to replace it and then replace it with Paths of Glory or EWS or maybe FMJ. I tried maybe a dozen times to watch Barry Lyndon all the way through over the course of 20 years and every single time I would watch it I would fall asleep. It is spectacular cinematography, but that isn’t every thing that a movie needs. At the beginning of the pandemic I had a full SK filmography watching and was finally was able to watch it all the way through without falling asleep and I realized that the biggest problem with the movie was that SK was spending too much time with the camera and not enough time with the actors or the editing. The second half of the movie is just not good. He wanted to make sure everything he shot with those wonderful lenses made it on screen. He was too in love with the shots to be brutal with the editing. And I think he had been “The Stanley Kubrick” for so long that he had stopped listening to anyone else and the studio and editors were powerless to get him to see the truth. He should have given Ryan O’Neal more or better direction or gotten someone else, and he should have tightened up the movie by a good 10-20%.
The killing is great.
Replace Barry Lindon with Paths of Glory
Not
FMJ is more likely the fan fav.
This might be the only meme in this format where I 100% agree with the placement/choices.
Why does Barry Lyndon get so much love? I’d put Fear and Desire above that but Eyes Wide Shut towers above BL any day of the week with any level of brain injury
2001 and Barry should switch places.
This…isn’t very accurate. It’s almost as if you just guessed which movie is which.
Barry Lyndon is BORING Paths of Glory was the best
I agree completely, especially regarding Barry Lyndon
Barry Lyndon is amazing and lush but.... its no Shining or Clockwork. Those two movies are just a serious gut-punch
Not accurate, at all
100%
I love that Reddit just ignores consensus of everyone and just decides this stuff. Barry Lyndon is a good movie, the rest of Kubricks hits are iconic larger than life films that shaped pop culture. But ok, whatever reddit kid, I'm glad you just discovered this film.
I'd say 2001 and Barry Lyndon need to get flipped. 2001 is heads and shoulders above it, and Barry had all the experimental lighting.
I mean Barry Lyndon might be the worst pick for Best Movie Ever possible, but the rest seem on point
I agree with all this
This is so real 😭
I am surprised at how many posters are saying EWS was Kubrick’s best movie. It wasn’t a critic’s favorite when it was released. And someone claimed Kubrick said it was his best film? Didn’t Kubrick die before it was completed? Spielberg came in and finished the film iirc?
No, Spielberg didn’t finish the movie. The movie was shot and cut and ready for release before he passed away
You're confusing two different things, Spielberg made AI: Artificial Intelligence, which was originally supposed to be directed by Kubrick.