Thighs Wide Shut

A New York City doctor, Bill Harford, is drawn into a surreal and perilous journey of sexual exploration and psychological intrigue after his wife confesses to having contemplated an affair. As he delves deeper into a mysterious, masked orgy and its dangerous aftermath, Bill confronts his own desires, fears, and the hidden dynamics of his marriage.

Stanley Kubrick's final film, 'Eyes Wide Shut,' received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who were divided on its artistic merits and narrative coherence. While some praised its atmospheric tension, psychological depth, and exploration of marital themes, others found it slow, pretentious, and unsatisfying. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its enigmatic nature and others finding it perplexing.

• Praised for its hypnotic atmosphere and Kubrick's signature meticulous direction.

• Noted for its intense psychological exploration of desire and marital fidelity.

• Criticized by some for its ambiguous narrative and potentially frustrating pacing.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's thought-provoking themes and the performances of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. However, some found the plot convoluted and the overall experience unsettling rather than engaging.

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Original Song ('My Heart Will Go On').

The film's production was so secretive that the script was only distributed on a need-to-know basis, and actors were reportedly not allowed to take copies home, with Kubrick himself often present on set to ensure no pages went astray.