Review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) by Steven R — 26 Nov 2010

My favorite Kubrick film. And I love Kubrick films.

This review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) was written by Steven R on 26 Nov 2010.

Eyes Wide Shut has generally received positive reviews.

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