One of the most beautiful films ever made, and the winner of four Academy Awards including Best Cinematography, Art Direction and Costume Design, "Barry Lyndon" features Ryan O'Neal ("Love Story," TV's "Small Sacrifices") as a rags-to-riches Irish gambler and hero-rogue who moves from innocence to self-destructive arrogance in this masterpiece by director Stanley Kubrick ("2001: A Space Odyssey," "A Clockwork Orange," "Full Metal Jacket"). Rich in drama and decadence, this is a stunning, visually opulent adaptation of the classic Thackeray novel set in 18th century England, that Leonard Maltin praises as "exquisite." Boasting meticulous period details, down to the breathtaking cinematography using what would have been the only artificial light source in the era -- candlelight -- on ultra-sensitive film stock developed specially for Kubrick. Co-starring model-turned-actress Marisa Berenson ("Cabaret").
An Irish rogue uses his cunning and wit to work his way up the social classes of 18th century England, transforming himself from the humble Redmond Barry into the noble Barry Lyndon.
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Kubrick at his romantic finest. His finest hour!This masterpiece is one of the most elaborately told tales of upward mobility, fall from grace, greed and disppointment ever presented on screen. Kubrick's candel-lit, exquisite sets with dark and moody characters, covered in spectacular period costumes, is a continuous visual delight. GWTW was fabulous, but Kubrick's cinematic telling of the the rise, fall and disgrace of Barry is a delight, if a bit slow and ligubrious at various times. But this tale needs the time Kubrick gave it to unfold. Accompanied by music so well chosen for its dramatic beauty, Ryan O'Neal and Marisa Berenson nearly dissolve into the sounds. For any Kubrick fan, this is a must. For the uninitiated, you are in for a great treat!.Score: 5/5
MaserpieceThe greatest movie ever made. Yes it is three hours long, but there is never a boring moment. Great acting. Beautiful music. Stanley Kubrick at his best. A must have. Here's a fun fact, there was no use of high-tech lighting during the filming of this movie, it was all lit by candle..Score: 5/5
Love it!I love all things KUBRICK and this is different as all his films are BUT visually amazing! The colors, the textures, the candlelight and the amazing cameras he used the old 70mil awesome! Love it!.Score: 5/5
SublimeAbsolutely loved this movie. Worth 3 hours of your full attention.Score: 5/5
A work of artThis is normally the one Kubrick film his fans haven't seen (unless you count "Eyes Wide Shut"), but let it be known that this is a masterpiece. Just Youtube the first scene, 1:27 minutes, and notice how beautifully the soundtrack creates the mood, the cinematography is almost uncomparable as Kubrick used artwork of the 17th and 18th centurys as a guide for creating scenes, and there is an underlying humor that pervades the film, as you'd see in the first 2 minutes. I think it is a film that will make one a more sophisticated person in the few minutes. To me it is like taking a walk through the hallways of my local art museum and it is a good film and story to boot..Score: 5/5
KUBRICK'S LAST TRUE MASTERPIECEI think Barry Lyndon is Stanley Kubrick's last true masterpiece and the three films to follow were minor films in comparison to his past films. A modern audience dumbws down by relentless action will find this film unbearably "slow". I have never been bored whenever I've sant down to watch it and becoming absorded in the storytelling that told in a measured pace. It is a hard film to sell to someone because the protagonist is not very likeable as is the cast, but Kubrick like characters who placed the viewer in a morally questionable grey area where you are unsure how to feel about them and test one's sympathies. I like it that these characters are so flawed and the films not so easy to predict the outcome unlike today's movies where the characters are so one dimensional and predictable. Kubrick makes it easy on his audience and I say this in the absolute best sense of the phrase. Barry Lydon is visually stunning..Score: 5/5
Movie Making CraftA cinematic accomplishment that utilizes the full skills and craft of an Hollywood legend filmmaker, in a era biographical piece.Score: 5/5
GreatnessA true epic. Perhaps Kubrick's best work. Sweeping and insightful, its an underrated masterpiece..Score: 5/5
PATHETIC MOVIE DONHOW IS IT POSSIBLE THAT SO MANY PEOPLE COULD LIKE SUCH A PATHETIC FILM? Ryan could not act hence the need for a narrator. How this ever was passed as a PG is surprising. We never got to the end as we just could not suffer any more! POOR MOVIE, great costumes, pathetic acting!!!!!!!!.Score: 1/5
If you like movies without a pointYou'll love Barry Lyndon. What a pretentious load of old cobblers..Score: 1/5
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MasterpieceBeautiful pictures, professional acting and a delightful story. It is one of the best movies made during the 1970s..Score: 5/5
OutstandingNear perfect.Score: 5/5
Love movieWhy don’t they converse this movie to be available in 4K format ?.Score: 4/5
Tech issues on ATVLast week I couldn't buy this on iPhones or Apple TV. Today, I could buy it, but several errors on ATV where I had to go to the home screen and launch it again. I can't see the iTunes extras at all. Hoping for refund, & that I can buy it again someday as it is a beautiful piece of art..Score: 3/5
Underrated, under appreciatedKubrick’s best work..Score: 5/5
One of my favourite moviesBeautiful to look at; wonderful to watch..Score: 5/5
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