With the holidays nigh, you might be at a loss trying to find just the right gift for that special person in your life. You know, the kind that scoffs at sweaters, gift certificates or …
CHECKING IN TO ROOM 237
When The Shining first opened thirty-two years ago, director Stanley Kubrick’s interpretation of Stephen King’s enormously popular novel was met with decidedly mixed reviews and mild success at the box office. Defenders said the film …
STANLEY KUBRICK’S GREATEST MOVIES NEVER MADE
I exaggerate the dangers, and all the disasters that might occur. I look quite serene to my staff, but I am like a woman in labor. Once I have made up my mind, everything is …
MATTHEW MODINE
Whatever your opinion of the movies, there’s no disputing that the filmography of Matthew Modine is impressive. A partial list includes collaborations with such marquee directors as Alan Parker, Alan J. Pakula, Robert Altman, Tony …
EXPLORING THE RICHES
He was an undisputed cinematic artist, and several of his films are considered masterpieces, so it’s only fitting that Stanley Kubrick would be the subject of a major museum show. Fade In visits the Los …
IMMORTAL BELOVED
Randy Brown • screenwriter • Trouble with the Curve “Stanley Kubrick had the rare ability to take familiar themes and characters and paint them fresh, as if seen for the first time. Full Metal Jacket …
LEON VITALI ON KUBRICK’S DEFINING MOMENTS
I acted in two of his films — Barry Lyndon and Eyes Wide Shut — and also worked as his assistant. My work across the board covered everything from casting to coaching actors; from layouts to lab work; from …