Review of Barry Lyndon (1975) by Jacqui D — 27 Apr 2012
A masterpiece of film-making from one of the most masterful filmmakers of the 20th century, Barry Lyndon is a truly brilliant period piece. The emotion is captured authentically in every scene, the dynamics between all involved feel uncompromisingly realistic and powerful. The film, coming at at over 3 hours, never fails to be engrossing. This is due largely in part to the magnificent cinematography, just one technical aspect that was ahead of its time. The narrative is unique in that it features complex characters (Barry Lyndon is not your usual protagonist) and doesn't have events unfold in a traditional way, with a very methodical pace. That said, the story in Barry Lyndon is much more conventional than other Kubrick films, while maintaining the technical mystique of his more enigmatic works. The performances, the cinematography, the direction, and the poignant themes all combine to make Barry Lyndon a must see for all cinema fans, especially those with an appreciation of Kubrick.
5/5 Stars.
This review of Barry Lyndon (1975) was written by Jacqui D on 27 Apr 2012.
Barry Lyndon has generally received very positive reviews.
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