20 Films by Stanley Kubrick

This documentary chronicles the creation of Stanley Kubrick's 1964 satirical film, *Dr. Strangelove Or: How I Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb*, and explores his career up to that point.

Stanley Kubrick's first film, a color, half-hour documentary, was a project made for the American Federation of Labor and the Seafarers International Union. More than just promotional material, this film blends storytelling with documentary elements to attract new sailors to…

In ancient Rome, Spartacus, a slave, dreams of freedom. Sold to a gladiator trainer, he's thrust into brutal training and arena combat. With each fight, his skills and courage grow, igniting a desire for rebellion against his masters. Leading escaped…

Davey Gordon, a seasoned but aging boxer in New York City, finds an unexpected connection with Gloria Price, a talented dancer. Their shared passion for the arts sparks a strong bond, but their growing romance is threatened by Gloria's troubled…

Stanley Kubrick is widely regarded as one of cinema's greatest directors, but his filmography consists of only about a dozen movies in a 45-year career. His relentless pursuit of perfection is legendary. However, fewer people know that he dedicated years…

"Day of the Fight" follows Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier as he prepares for a pivotal fight against black middleweight contender Bobby James on April 17, 1950. The documentary offers an intimate view of the determination and hard work needed…

During World War I in 1916, a veteran officer confronts a difficult choice. He must defend three soldiers unfairly blamed for a disastrous attack within the French Army as their trial begins. The proceedings force him to grapple with loyalty…

This documentary explores the life and films of Stanley Kubrick, featuring insights from Hollywood stars, behind-the-scenes footage, and clips from his early years. Director Jan Harlan, Kubrick's brother-in-law and frequent collaborator, interviews prominent figures like Jack Nicholson, Woody Allen, and…

Detective Reno Raines is wrongly accused of a brutal murder and must go on the run to clear his name. He becomes a bounty hunter, searching for redemption while navigating a world where it's hard to know who to trust.…

Dr. Bill Harford's life changes when his wife Alice reveals her hidden desires. Seeking answers and wanting to understand his marriage, Bill explores underground sexual groups. He finds a world far darker and more dangerous than he anticipated. The film…

This explores the visual design of Stanley Kubrick's 1980 film, *The Shining*. It examines the film’s aesthetic choices.

This drama follows Humbert Humbert, a middle-aged British novelist, as he becomes entangled in American life. While staying at a boarding house run by Charlotte Haze, Humbert becomes fixated on Charlotte's teenage daughter, Lolita. The story explores the conflict between…

Stanley Kubrick's "Barry Lyndon" follows Redmond Barry, an adventurous young Irishman who uses his intelligence to rise from poverty to nobility in 18th century England. He carefully constructs a new identity, shedding his Irish background to become the respected Lord…

This is the true story of a man who impersonated film director Stanley Kubrick while the director was making his final movie, *Eyes Wide Shut*. The impersonator had minimal knowledge of Kubrick's films and bore no resemblance to the iconic…

This documentary examines different interpretations of Stanley Kubrick’s film *The Shining*, exploring various theories about hidden meanings within the story. It presents five distinct perspectives, using narration, film excerpts, animation, and dramatized scenes to illustrate each viewpoint.

Years after Stanley Kubrick's death, his widow enlists Jon Ronson to examine roughly a thousand boxes of his carefully organized belongings. Ronson discovers that most of the materials date from after 1975, a period when Kubrick's filmmaking became less frequent.…

Four soldiers crash land in enemy territory and must survive in a harsh environment with limited supplies. Their struggle for survival takes a turn when they meet a resourceful local girl who shows them the brutal reality of war. As…

Jack Torrance, portrayed by Jack Nicholson, takes a job as caretaker at the isolated Overlook Hotel, hoping for a fresh start. He and his wife Wendy, along with their young son Danny, spend the winter months in the historic building,…

In a near-future Britain, a young man named Alexander DeLarge and his friends find pleasure in violence and sexual assault. He is also deeply moved by Beethoven's music. To address rising juvenile crime, the government offers DeLarge an option: a…

When humans discover an enigmatic object hidden beneath the moon's surface, they embark on a quest to determine its origin, enlisting the aid of HAL 9000, the most sophisticated computer available.