The Last Movie: Stanley Kubrick and 'Eyes Wide Shut'

A wealthy New York City couple's marriage is thrown into turmoil when the wife reveals a fantasy about another man. The husband, a successful doctor, embarks on a night of sexual adventure and encounters a mysterious, masked orgy, forcing him to confront his own desires and the hidden realities of his marriage and the world around him.

Stanley Kubrick's final film, 'Eyes Wide Shut,' received a mixed but generally positive reception from critics, who debated its artistic merit, sexual explicitness, and thematic depth. While some praised its atmospheric tension and Kubrick's directorial control, others found it ponderous and disjointed. Audiences were similarly divided, with many intrigued by its enigmatic nature and the star power of Cruise and Kidman, but some were put off by its adult themes and ambiguous narrative.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and Kubrick's distinctive visual style.
• Criticized by some for its slow pacing and ambiguous narrative.
• Noted for its exploration of marital dynamics, sexuality, and hidden desires.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's mysterious and thought-provoking nature, as well as the performances of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. Some viewers found the film's explicit content and slow burn challenging, while others were captivated by its psychological depth and Kubrick's unique directorial vision.

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Original Song ('Baby Girls' Eyes').

The film famously took over two years to shoot, with Kubrick meticulously reshooting scenes multiple times. The actors Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman were still married during the production of the film, and their real-life marital dynamics are often speculated to have influenced their performances.