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Yesterday was pretty boring. I slept in the afternoon because I was completely fucking exhausted and went to play pool at night. It was pretty relaxed; some girls joined us and we ended up eating at a cheap pizza place. Then we got 7 into a 4 place car and drove everyone home. Wow.

I finished Barry Lyndon just now. What a beautiful film, visually. It completely blows away practically every movie I've ever seen in terms of cinematography, lighting, sets, costumes, etc. The only thing is it isn't quite as amazing in other aspects. Ryan O'Neal is extremely wooden (for the most part; the bedside scene was his only convincing one) and although the story is never quite boring, it does feel too drawn-out. From a technical standpoint, though, the film is practically flawless.

I practically killed my computer this morning downloading movies from BitTorrent. I don't know exactly how it works but when you start a download the file is alread 800 megs big on your computer; mine completely spazzed out. I've got a couple of good movies downloading now, which is cool. I'll watch Spun or A Clockwork Orange later today.

Absolutely fantastic. Kubrick keeps amazing me. Could get a 10 on a second viewing. The 3 hour movie is well worth it.

Gonzaga wins again beating 25th ranked Mayland. Couldn't be more happier.

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Barry Lyndon is the epic tale of a poor farmer's boy journey from rags to riches. Exiled from home the boy meets many different people along the way, even participating in the seven years war. Barry Lyndon is a grand tale of human behavior, especially the harmful effects of greed.

Barry Lyndon is one of the most beautifully shot films I have ever seen. Kubrick simply takes the beautiful European countryside and castle and uses them to their full potential. BUT, and this is a big but, even with all of this wonderful eye candy, Barry Lyndon is dreadfully slow in sections of the movie. Frankly the beginning half of Part 2 bored me to death. This is to bad because there are several very brilliant scenes and the themes of greed and corruption were great. In the end though, I simply can not give Barry Lyndon a better rating than 6 because 30 to 50 mins of the film bored me.

YAWN.

so I saw Barry Lyndon, wonderful film, out of 7 Kubricks, all are above ***1/2, well except A Clockwork Orange, I gave it a ***/**** because I'm annoyed that people overhype it at my school like the most violent, controversial and obscure film on the fucking face of the earth, I mean, come on it's a good, kinda violent film but not a godsend as everyone pretends it to be and if the "crowd" loves it, I'll take the opposite stance.

Down with regular-impressed by everything movie goers! Hurrray for movie elitists!







That was so pretentious-assed.


I'm still addicted to counter strike.


gday

These Now That's What I Call Filmmaking entries have become more official. When a film I watch (that I have never watched before) strikes me as something that is truly embraceable as a breathtaking piece of cinema, it will be entered into this category. The entries so far are Kurosawa's Ran and Hawke's Chelsea Walls. This entry marks the submission of Barry Lyndon, Stanley Kubrick's costume drama featuring Ryan O'Neal (Love Story, Malibu's Most Wanted) and a host of Kubrick regulars such as Patrick Magee (Dementia 13, A Clockwork Orange). The most discussed aspect of this film is its wonderful lighting. Kubrick uses practicals, commonly candles, to create a moving picture that appears as a living painting. A film often noted as slow-paced exists as an enveloping work of art that never seemed slow to me. Everything, from the score to the script, amazed and inspired me. The unusual aspect ratio was exploited to its fullest, and aided in the weaving of this heartbreaking tragedy of the specifics of the human condition.


Kubrick on set.

Said critic Richard Shickle for Time Magazine "Ravishing. Overwhelming. An uncompromised artistic vision. Playboy's Bruce Williamson said, "A film classic."

The first hour, I was enthralled by the beautiful photography and the perfectly placed music that just glides along. But two more hours of that crap and an f'ing boring story left me sleepy and grumpy. I couldn't have cared less about what happened to a single one of these lousy characters. BLAH!!

D+:rotten:

Warning: Spoilers. They're mainly at the end, though.

I think it's strange that Barry Lyndon has been unfairly labeled as one of Kubrick's second-tier films. Its length, coupled with Kubrick's slow pacing, may turn off some viewers, but those who can sit through its three hour running time will be greatly rewarded.

From what I've heard before seeing Barry Lyndon, I was expecting an uneventful period piece; an overindulgence of Kubrick-- who seem so absorbed with the scenery that he didn't bother to pay attention to the the audience. But, that's all wrong. Barry Lyndon is one of Stanley's best films, and a momentous achievement for a legendary director.

Before I get into the plot, I have to say: this film is the most beautiful movie I have ever seen. Lyndon is a living painting, a series a softly-lit picturesque scenes filmed in dreamy pastels and warm candlelight. This movie's famous for Kubrick's choice to film using almost only natural light-- which adds a touch of authenticity to this period piece. Kubrick complements his innovative camera work with stunning set designs and costumes. It's the closest anyone today will come to seeing what life looked like in the 18th century, and it's not likely anyone will be able to achieve this again. It's literally jaw-dropping.

Cinematography aside, this movie was a lot more entertaining than I was led to believe. It's an epic that centers around the life of an Irishman who deserts the English army, is abducted into the Prussian militia, and after fleeing the country, becomes an English Nobleman and marries lady Lyndon. But that barely covers the twisted storyline-- Barry Lyndon is one of Kubrick's more densely plotted films, with each scene moving along the plot in some way or another. Each character is completely fleshed-out, and Kubrick makes sure to note their positive and negative attributes. Barry is a selfish prick, but he's also cunning, and seemingly lucky. His stepson is a spoiled weak brat, but an extremely intelligent person who's loyal to his family and mother. Lady Lyndon allows Barry to trample all over her, but she's willing to make their marriage work. All of this intertwines, and eventually leads to Barry's downfall.

His own shortcomings, and those of his family, allow him to squander their fortune. Eventually they alienate eachother, and the only person that remains loyal to Barry is his mother.

The dialogue is theatrical, the acting sedate, but that's Kubrick's style. As usual, this film is emotionally detached, as Kubrick allows the actions to speak for itself. The last scene is a perfect example of this. I won't tell you what happens-- they would just be wrong. ;)

I thought I would never be able to conquer this film-- but considering Stanley Kubrick is my favorite director, I thought I owed it to myself to see it. I'm glad I didn't pass this one up-- it's Kubrick's masterwork. An entertaining epic, strikingly unemotional, but human nonetheless. A masterfully plotted film, that paints its protagonist and much of its characters as flawed but noble-- whose downfalls ultimately lead to their demise. Do yourself a favor, and see this film.

Barry Lyndon

Beautiful scenery and effective direction from Mr. Kubrick, with a story that is interesting enough and actors of all levels of quality making appearances. However, the voice over is pathetic.

Really, really beautiful scenery, though. Kind of slow, however, although not quite as slow as I was expecting it to be.

Burn

A very dissapointing film - it is propaganda with good intentions, a good message and admirable purpose, but the execution is wanting. The visuals play too much like a tv-movie for my tastes - there isn't much externalization of the inner tensions. Also, the dubbing really took me out of the movie. And the film needed cutting like a jewish infant. However, there were some really good scenes, Marlon Brando gave a very good performance and the recreation was realistic. Marginal reccomendation.

We have also seen quite a bit of distaste for the acting prowess of lead character Barry by Ryan O'Neil, and we must agree that it is a distraction at times during the movie, particularly when scenes call for unchecked emotion.

We were not captivated with all elements of this plot. We enjoyed the impudent young Redmond Berry the most, so the picture declined for many parts following.

We are not bothered by period pieces, save for the fidgeting Animated Idiot Man-Child, and would suggest one have an inclination towards the same if true enjoyment of the film is to be had.

Many of the things we saw in this movie, the best of the commentaries on humanity and society, are done in other Kubrick films, and with greater effect to us.

We see some people claiming this to be a superior movie to A Clockwork Orange, Paths of Glory, or Dr.Strangelove, which is proof positive that we lived in a very fucked up world.

If we are setting the standard for sanity, then all are nearer to doom, and in this case it would seem time for some to say their prayers.