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THE SHINING (1980). Although there is a lot of repeating in the film and some incredibly slow scenes, the photography, sets, music and many solid performances (Scatman Crothers was the perfect choice for Dick Halloran in my opinion) make this a classic. Grows with repeated viewings and commentary quite interesting.
Kubrick was undeniably talented, but comes off as extremely anal and exasperating to work with. Still enjoy many of his films-EYES WIDE SHUT notwithstanding.
If You get a chance, two of his early works THE KILLING (1956-Tarantino used much of this for RESERVOIR DOGS) and PATHS OF GLORY (1957-one of the best War films ever made) are well worth seeing. ****
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