Review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) by Lauro J — 31 Mar 2013

Kubrick's last film is excellent and it questions dreams, reality, sex, betrayal and disappointment.

This review of Eyes Wide Shut (1999) was written by Lauro J on 31 Mar 2013.

Eyes Wide Shut has generally received positive reviews.

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