M. Bassiri from Iran: 6/21/02
Stanley Kubrick was a great artist and philosopher too. A great artist who thought about every thing deeply and tried to be honest and true. He is very famous in our country (Iran) and all our great artists have a great respect for him. He will be alive forever and his works will be immortal.
Antoine Waked: 6/14/02
He was and will remain the best filmmaker ever, he didn't make one film that wasn't a masterpiece. He was a great man that the world will miss forever but his films made him immortal.
Adam Holm: 6/11/02
Hi, Christiane, Anya and Catharina Kubrick. When the TV up here in Sweden said that the wonderful guy of yours was beyond infinity, I watched The Shining so I could see what kind of movies that person whom I never heard of made. Now, I'm 14 and I love his movies above anything else. He was an incredible artist, although I miss the cynicism and the ironic humor in Eyes Wide Shut, and he has changed my whole life, almost. He's one of those people who makes you wanna believe in a life after this.
Anonymous: 6/11/02
Amazement- Pure Amazement. Stunning camera work, stunning films. The BEST ever, Full Metal Jacket....what can I say but, the graphic detail, the pure emotion, he is a genius of film. Such a tragedy that he died. Respected by all who understand what a film should be like!!
Joel Robertson: 6/9/02
You were an exceptional man, and filmmaker. I will miss your talent and unique but brilliant vision in movies. You have inspired me to become a filmmaker myself and to use my own uniqueness in film. Thank You.
Ryan (cloakmanor@yahoo.com): 6/5/02
As a rather recent Stanley Kubrick fan of 2 previous I'd like to extend my appreciation to the grandmaster of filmmaking. His films are not only unique but to a degree extremely insightful and technically brilliant. As a film buff I've viewed films from as early as "The Passion of Joan of Arc" (1925) to the present and have never encountered a filmmaker who possesses such extraordinary ability with a camera. His brilliantly unique films are practically alone in their ability to floor me during every viewing. Incredible that a film should actually get more intense rather than otherwise. An astonishing achievement, particularly in this latter day of filmmaking. The first film from this amazing director was The Shining. As young as I was at the time (about 12) I naturally did not quite understand the film (this was well before my days as a film buff as well). However there was something special about this picture but I could not quite place my finger on it.
Then when we became Christians my parents (they could be quite overprotective; mainly in what I was exposed to) would not allow my to see his films (due to my age and content). I feel they misinterpreted his cinematic intentions; in particular with A Clockwork Orange. Even I myself thought originally his films were the creation of exploitness only and nothing more. However years later I began to recollect back when I first viewed The Shining and decided to revisit this extraordinary film. Now having more understanding of the film after so many years a newfound fascination began to grow inside me that sparked interest to view other films from this unique genius. I discovered he had a similar view as I; the truth about human nature (a subject I find fascinating). I began researching deeply (some would say obsessively) about this man I never met and all of his fascinating films. A year later I purchased the new "Stanley Kubrick Collection" and am in the process of collecting as much interesting information on his films that I can (I am an information hound when interested in a subject). I almost felt like I knew him (I wish I had gotten to meet him. I can imagine the stimulating conversations we could have enjoyed. Think of the chess games! I've loved chess since I was little) I'm also extremely surprised to discover that almost every one of his films is a masterpiece. It seems incomprehensible to me considering I have never come close to that conclusion with any other director.
Until Stanley Kubrick, I really never had a deep interest in the art of filmmaking. It's interesting to realize the effect one person can have on another; even many. Forgive me for being so personal but to Christiane, Katharina and Anya Kubrick: I admire your husband/father deeply and consider him not only one of the world's masters of the art of filmmaking but a grand man. Not only this but a man who was willing to extract every detail from a subject he was fascinated with. This is something we all should do and can be a lesson in doing your homework. I really miss him. Very much so. I never thought I'd say that about someone I never met. I'm sorry for not being able to post this earlier but surprisingly enough I just found this place (and I thought I knew every Kubrick site on the net). I extend my condolences and best wishes to the Kubrick family. May his legacy live as long as the Earth existence.
BTW, if you see this Christiane I wanted to say your paintings are beautiful :) You're obviously very talented. Take care.
Anonymous: 5/30/02
There isn't much more anyone can say about Stanley after reading most of the submissions. But I think that I'll be repetitive and say that I love Stanley Kubrick and all of his works. When I get up the $ I hope to own all of his masterpieces. I may only be 17 but I understand and respect every aspect of his works. He was a true hero, not afraid to speak his mind... even if it was in the oddest way possible. He was wonderful, and all I can say is keep watching.
Val Torres: 5/25/02
Kubrick will forever be in our hearts and mind. Because of his genius, I believe that this world is a better place. Thank you, I hope you are at peace Stanley. Over the Stars.
Duane Stephen Busa: 05/23/02
Let me just say that Stanley Kubrick is to me, one of the most outstanding artists of our time. He is my personal hero and I will be studying cinematography and direction in 2003 because of him. Kubrick's ever tracking camera haunts me constantly, the colours, the use of music, words cannot express my obsession with Stanley. I was thrilled to see "a life in pictures". Christiane: Ignore all the bad things that were ever said about him...your husband was an artist and a genius. Thank you.
Anonymous: 05/21/02
His films are a world all of its own. The average person wouldn't understand what his films are like. With 2001,The Shining and Clockwork Orange he was created a world of his own. A world that many people love to be apart of. But now that you are gone, that God of the world has disappeared and the God has left many followers behind. Stanley you are a great man and were a very important part of this world. We will miss you.
Felix (czarfelix@yahoo.com): 05/19/02
Stanley Kubrick. One of the people I admire most. His films invoked imagination and thought in me. Few films have achieved this. Often times I'd thought I was alone in my free thought and dreams. Stanley reminded me that I wasn't alone. That someone else saw beyond, and they were placing it in my favorite medium: film. Something I am working at everyday to accomplish. Thank you, sir. For if I vainly fail and am unable to succeed at films, I will at least have seen the quality I would have strived to equal.
Anonymous: 05/02/02
First of all, sorry about my bad English, that's because I'm not American. There are just few artists that are able to maintain a certain level in his works. Kubrick seemed to be a thinker that was able to become conscient of his body of work. When you listen to a Beethoven symphony, you are able to say "this is Beethoven". When you read Shakespeare, it's the same and when you watch a Kubrick movie too...the psychotic look in some characters' faces, the slow zooms, the dark themes, the importance of music, the play with the light and colors. They are, in Kubrick's movies, like chaotic rules that make the art of an artist unique. "Rules" because they represent the ways he follows to make a movie, "chaotic" because they are like a complex harmony, cannot be a science, they are a philosophy.
Anonymous: 04/30/02
Stanley Kubrick's films crept slowly into my life. Little by little I began to discover the vision Kubrick imprinted on his films. There was no director of the modern era quite like him. Steven Spielberg was the film-maker of my childhood, Stanley Kubrick is the film-maker of my adulthood. Imagine my delight, then, when Spielberg agreed to make "A.I." It was thrilling to see these 2 sensibilities combine to create a truly unique film experience. But that's just like Mr. Kubrick isn't it...even from the great beyond his gift to the film world can still be felt. Thank you Sir....
Anonymous: 04/30/02
I am a young "fan" of Kubrick and an aspiring artist... I dunno, his films have this mystique which somehow enthralls me... His death didn't affect me that much, but I know it's a really big loss to the industry. Just try comparing his films to other films and the latter woud look like crap, like they aren't already... I was surprisingly entertained by Dr Strangelove and Spartacus though I'm trying hard to understand his other films, especially Barry Lyndon...
Dragonflesh: 04/25/02
The best batting average of any prolific director of film. His shining metal clockwork odyssey will never fade.
Anonymous: 04/24/02
A man who was too good for me to ever list any of his films as a favorite. Anything in my list of all time favorites compares to the perfect movies he gave to the world. Thank you for everything you've contributed Mr. Kubrick.
Anonymous: 04/14/02
Stanley Kubrick is a visual genius. I started off with Full Metal Jacket, after that The Shining, Dr. Strangelove, and just recently: 2001: A Space Odyssey. It has, like with other people, inspired me with art, and without his visual genius, I would be struggling with art. Possibly the greatest director of all time.
Dick Scott: 04/13/02
Stanley was and always will be my inspiration for what movies can be. Every one of his films was so special that it will be tough not hoping for another to come along in eight years or so. Why can't Hollywood get a clue that people want their mind and spirit to be challenged by a motion picture. Perhaps by the 22nd century they'll catch up to Stanley.
Anonymous: 03/24/02
With every great loss, another great find will take its place. With the loss of Stanley Kubrick, we can only hope that something just as amazing and insane will sit in his vacant throne. Thank you sir, for leading the way.
Nicolas Wiener: 03/19/02
"The very meaninglessness of life forces Man to create his own meanings. However vast the darkness , we must supply our own light." said The Man. Thank you for showing me the light.
Anonymous: 03/13/02
Kubrick was a genius, even after his death he remains my favorite film director. He had such an impact on the world of cinema. His films are true works of art. They remain deeper and more visually and intellectually stunning than must Hollywood trash.
Adam Petto: 03/11/02
The first film of Stanley's that I saw was 'The Shining' when I was about ten. It scared the hell out of me. I didn't get back to Kubrick until my dad bought me John Baxter's biography of him for my sixteenth birthday. I couldn't put the book down, and was enthralled by the genius of this driven man. I then made it my mission to see every one of his pictures, starting with '2001' (which is quite simply seminal) and 'Barry Lyndon' (so very, very underrated) at the Chichester Film Festival. Stanley's legend and wonderful films will live forever.
Anonymous: 03/11/02
Three years and your spirit still burns bright. I know that you are up to something non-submersible, wherever you are. You still probably have that devilish look in your eyes as well. Dream On Stanley. Think big things for all of us dogs down here.
Anonymous: 03/10/02
I am a young high school filmmaker. Kubrick and God share the same position for me. I hope someday somebody will say that I have 1/1000 of the talent and vision that this true genius had. Because he is so recently departed, we still consider him great, but not yet legend. I hope that by the time I have children he will be among the Steinbecks, the Mozarts, and the Picassos. He certainly deserves to be. PS: I have actually convinced my Latin teacher to let me watch "Spartacus" over and over again as a semester project. What a pleasure second semester will be.
Anonymous: 03/10/02
God has died! What more is there to say? "2001: A Space Odyssey" is the closest to a religious experience I've ever had and wherever Kubrick is now, he's sure to have passed through the Stargate. And now he's teaching the angels to make movies.
Anonymous: 03/08/02
Happy Birthday Stanley.......I had a drink for you yesterday.
Anonymous: 02/25/02
The only film that can truly be considered revolutionary is 2001: A Space Odyssey. whereas people weren't ready for Einstein's special theory of relativity, no one was ever prepared for a film of the magnitude of 2001. That is the only adequate comparison I can find. It may seem too much, and even now I question myself, but it's astounding that no film has even come close to achieving the kind of relative brilliance that 2001 did in 1968. Stanley Kubrick - thank you.
Alvin Vega: 02/18/02
Stanley Kubrick is the only filmmaker who truly "paints" with films. His movies make all the others almost obsolete. Mediocre.
Anonymous: 02/15/02
This site is testament to his immortality.
Anonymous: 02/14/02
Stanley's movies have really changed my thoughts on movies, his example of audience interpretation is really magnificent.
Dren S: 02/12/02
Stanley Kubrick was one of the greatest, most thought-provoking, dark, funny serene and experimental directors that has ever lived. I never knew that films could be made in a such way and to transfer the overwhelming experience across to his audience, as in "2001" for example. I hope that you are doing well, wherever you are, Sir!
Anonymous: 02/11/02
As far as I'm concerned Stanley Kubrick was the greatest and most revolutionary director in the history of film. "A Clockwork Orange" is without a doubt my all time favorite movie, and I never get sick of watching any Kubrick film.
Anonymous: 02/07/02
Stanley Kubrick, the best damn man to ever take a breath in the movie industry has amazed me again and again with his amazing films. I should know because I hunted down and purchased every last one of them. His hard work and determination to impress an audience has inspired me and hopefully many others in this world. He will live forever in my mind and hopefully many others.
Chase Arnett (NextSplbrg@yahoo.com): 01/31/02
"One man writes a novel. One man writes a symphony. It is essential for one man to make a film." -Stanley Kubrick
Stanley made films like nobody else can or ever will be able to. His brilliance can only be measured in numbers, by the number of hearts he has touched, the number of people he has inspired, the number of people he has entertained. No two films he ever made were in the least bit similar. The one thing all of his films shared, was his touch. He might be known as a perfectionist (aka a pain in the ass) but he was only that way because he made a lot more than just a film, he made a piece of art that will live and be loved forever. And in order for him to make his pieces of art as great as they are, they had to be nothing less than flawless. It's taking me so many years to finally post because every time I came to try and say something I didn't think it was good enough. I could go on for hours, its like trying to decide which film of Kubrick's to watch, they are all so great you cant pick one, so you spend hours trying to single one out but after the hours have gone by you are still where you started. I'm currently in my Sophomore year of high school and when I'm a Senior I get to put a quote in our yearbook, my quote will be: "Anyone who has ever been privileged to direct a film also knows that, although it can be like trying to write 'War and Peace' in a bumper car in an amusement park, when you finally get it right, there are not many joys in life that can equal the feeling." -Stanley Kubrick. The greatest storyteller to ever tell a story hasn't told one in over 3 years. If I could be a millionth has good of a filmmaker as Mr. Kubrick I'd die happy. R.I.P. Good man, I'll see you in Heaven.
A fan from Spain: 01/29/02
First time I saw "2001" , I felt confused. The next 12 or 15 times I was amazed...
Aimar: 01/29/02
I'd like to praise Kubrick for his humility. He was very often accused by critics all over the world of being too egocentric and vain, exactly as it happened with another 20th Century genius such as Orson Welles but, in his last film, "Eyes Wide Shut", Kubrick proved to be the opposite, paying a tribute to two of the best, if not the very best, American film directors nowadays: David Lynch and Martin Scorsese, both admirers of his talent and craftsmanship. So, the professor showing admiration for his pupils! Incredible, isn't it? In my opinion I find influence of Lynch's "Eraserhead" and "Lost Highway" and Scorsese's "The Color of Money", "Raging Bull" and "Mean Streets" in a film that keeps its originality completely alive in spite of this. Its dreamlike symbolic atmosphere, as well as the main characters' descent into the darkest side of the human subconscious refer directly to Lynch's films. Likewise, the father - son / teacher - student / gangster - apprentice relationship established between Cruise (actor) and Pollack (director) allude to Scorsese's. However, "Eyes Wide Shut" remains as a masterly legacy, source of inspiration for all the cinema lovers in the world and an example of how recognizing your colleagues' talent doesn't necessarily mean to be worse (or better) than them.
Michael Lieberman (MikeFilm99@email.com): 01/16/02
Stanley Kubrick is the reason I'm doing what I'm doing with my life--persuing film. From the time I saw "2001" I knew I had to be apart of this most magical world I call cinema. I saw this film when I was 12 or 13, and I immediately watched every single one of his films. I learned of "Eyes Wide Shut" thanks to the internet, and I waited 3 long years until it was completed to finally see it (my first NEW Kubrick movie I could see, theatrically). Not only was I blown away, but it filled me with a creative buzz which, nearly 3 years later, has yet to wear off. Learning of his death was the most tragic time for me--I was about to go to school for film and my teacher passed away. I went through some confusing and depressing times after this, but I regained every bit of strength. I am most honored to be doing what I'm doing these days, and working so very hard in the field of film, and I owe it all to the mentor, the maestro, my greatest teacher. I always had the idea in the back of my mind that one day, I'd walk into you, recognize you, and talk you into letting me be apart of your film. Well, as sad as it makes me, I know it isn't possible, but you know what? I will work painstakingly hard to do what Kubrick did every day, and that makes me feel like my presence in this world is worthwhile.
(byrdyman26@hotmail.com): 01/09/02
I used to dream that one day we would work together. I was only nine years old at the time. Now I'm twenty six and you are supposedly gone now, but I still meet you now and then in my dreams which is what tells me your brilliance lives on perhaps through me and other artists. Like an alpha dog, you left your piss stain on this earth and the world is grateful among all changed. You were the greatest director that ever lived that is why you were so criticized. We all miss you and wished the candle of your fire of vision didn't burn out so soon.
Katharina Kubrick: 01/07/02
I come and visit this site every once in a while. I am greatly cheered by the continuing messages of discovery and appreciation that are posted here. This was our third Christmas without him...warmest regards to you all.
Ken Gregg, Harrisburg, Il: 12/30/01
I watch Dr. Strangelove every time it is on and that is one of the Greatest Movies that that I have ever seen. I'll tell ya, Sterling Hayden steals the show! (Slim Pikins ain't bad either) I won't say Good Bye, you will live long after we all pass. Your films are
"standard" must-see films. Generations ahead can view film greatness!! So Long and P.S: Don't Drink the Water.
Anonymous: 12/30/01
This man is truly the genius of our century. All of his films brilliantly explored the dark side of human nature which is a exploration degraded by horrible filmmakers. Kubrick caught my eye though first with Dr. Strangelove. The first film of his that I saw of his was 2001:A Space Odyssey. I watched it on my own and once the the movie was finished, I could not move my jaw. After some time, I was able to respect every single part of each of his movies. Unfortunately, he died in 1999 when I respected him in 2000, or that is at least when he showed how brilliant movies can be. Now that he is dead, there are no longer movies of his to be made. But some directors will carry his brilliance, and to them I say, " Go on, brave men and women, go on! Brave ones who defy traditional plotlines and who will be remembered." Hopefully, this is read by someone. Goodbye, HAL.
Archer: 12/03/01
What can I say? The man's a genius, a director beyond his time, making movie after movie with memorable endings and undeniable dramatic character's. I've seen A Clockwork Orange, Full Metal Jacket, Dr. Strangelove, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Shining, and Eyes Wide Shut and with each of these I've learned more about the magnificence of movie making. The good die young, as the saying goes, but with his life-force, his brilliance, he could have lived for centuries; so in that respect, he did die young. The audiences of the world, including this heartfelt writer, will miss his presence on the big screen.
Anonymous: 11/29/01
Stanley Kubrick was one of the true cinematic geniuses of the last century. Though he is gone now, his films still live on in a moving
tribute to the man. Many people labeled him a reclusive or too controlling. I feel that he was just a very driven and passionate man. It pains that such a true visionary is no longer with us, but hopefully his films will continue to amaze and astonish us all for many, many years to come. His films are to me works of absolute perfection. Each time you watch a Kubrick film you pick up on something new that you didn't realize before. No other director has ever had the will or impeccable craftsmanship that Kubrick marked each and everyone of his films with. Hopefully all current cinema enthusiasts as well as film directors themselves can look at this mans lifetime of work and realize what a true filmmaker is. Stanley Kubrick is the reason we have the cinema, to learn more about ourselves and the world around us through observing the world around us no matter how chaotic or disarrayed it may be. Kubrick is gone, but he will most certainly never be forgotten. Thank you Stanley Kubrick, your visions entranced us all.
Anonymous: 10/05/01
A Clockwork Orange is one of the two best movies I've ever seen and it changed the way I view films. Being a Theatre/Film major and now taking an interest in film production, the demanding perfectionism and continuing to plug away developed my current work ethic. I wish we could have met or at least sent you a fan e-mail. Thank you for your style and creativity.
Anonymous: 10/04/01
I came to Stanley Kubrick films late and had the pleasure of presenting his last, Eyes Wide Shut in London's West End. His reputation for perfection and detail made me very nervous about ensuring our projection was up to scratch but we have a picture of Stanley over our film make up bench, and he is always there, watching, reminding us all of his perfectionism and attention to detail. In a world of ever declining standards, that isn't a bad thing and although I never got to meet him, Mr. Kubrick, I thank you.
Angela T: 09/03/01
I had never knowingly seen a movie by Stanley Kubrick until around my senior year of high school (I am now a sophomore in college), when I had learned that I would be in an English class that I knew we'd read only books that were made into movies. I decided to see "A Clockwork Orange", since I knew we'd be reading it. It blew my mind and I didn't really get it until I read the book. I then learned later that "The Shining" was also directed by him. We had read both books in class, however, we did not watch "A Clockwork Orange" due to its content. These are two of my favorite movies. I've also seen "Eyes Wide Shut" and although I don't quite understand it, I feel it is a great movie. Kubrick always seems to direct these movies which blow your mind away and that you may not grasp at first, but when you see it again, it becomes clearer. As they said on the special I had seen..."You can watch his movies over and over again and feel like you're seeing a different movie..." And it's true. When I tell friends to watch "A Clockwork Orange" I tell them they may not get it the first time because it's very shocking, but if you watch it again, you understand it better. Anyway, since this is so long: Thank you Stanley Kubrick, for your innovative and spectacular movies and changing many people's point of view. No one can replace you and your perfectionist style. Good wishes to your family. May you rest in peace.
Aaron U: 08/15/01
Nobody lives in a total vacuum. We are all bound to live together. The problem is the dichotomy in human beings and togetherness. All other living creatures survive in their respective communities assuming their naturally structured roles and rules. There is none as such for humans. The sacred scriptures (the Torah), original, divinely inspired, and fascinating, have only been a partial success as a blueprint for humans to live together. The fundamental traits of humanity, aloofness, selfishness, corrupting status of power and wealth, orgasmic exercise of collective hate by ignorant masses, eventually prevail over this blueprint. Stanley Kubrick reflected it in his art like no one else has ever used cinema. Among other things, that is what made him a phenomenon. People grudgingly understood and respected him over time (he grows on you). Most do not like his central theme that we are all one big Sisyphus in a universe of apathy, struggling to find a way out of the darkness of indifference. They don't like it because it is the truth. Kubrick found his light through his deep love for his family and his art. The rest he shouldn't have cared less. Not that he was cold and without emotions but that he was beyond the masses. How lucky are you to have had Stanley share his big heart and probing mind.
Anonymous: 08/13/01
I feel strangely compelled to write something here, though I feel a bit like a loser, trying to sum up my little opinion. All melodrama about "art" aside, in my book film is about entertainment. A good movie can capture you for a couple of hours. A great movie can linger for a few weeks. Kubrick's amazing storytelling has managed to capture many for a lifetime, myself included.
Anonymous: 07/27/01
Stanley Kubrick is my favorite director, and from what I've seen, only David Lynch comes close to comparison. Several of his movies are my favorite movies. A Clockwork Orange is my favorite movie that he did. The first time I saw it I thought it was morally terrible, and then I thought it was funny when I noticed what type of music they were using when he did those terrible deeds. But, not even my dad gets what the point of classical music in that movie is. He just thinks it's a funny movie because there's classical music when he uses a penis statue to kill the cat lady. I knew that it was going to be a terrible movie (morally) but I didn't know that in the first minute of the movie it would already deserve an R rating. 2001: A Space Odyssey is also one of my favorite movies. I was shocked at the reaction people had to it when I saw the documentary on Stanley Kubrick. "That's the end of Stanley Kubrick." Stanley Kubrick shall be missed. He truly did great work on Earth here, leaving behind things like The Shining, A Clockwork Orange, Dr. Strangelove, 2001, FMJ, etc. I can only wonder... what would Schindler's List/AI have been like if he actually did get to direct them...
