Stanley Kubrick’s Boxes

Jon Ronson, a renowned journalist, finds himself delving into the meticulous world of Stanley Kubrick, the legendary filmmaker who passed away in 1999, at his widow's request. Among the approximately 1,000 boxes filled with sorted materials left by Kubrick, Ronson uncovers a treasure trove of details and ideas that reflect the director's work following the release of "Barry Lyndon" in 1975.These carefully curated artifacts reveal the intricate preparations behind iconic scenes and films such as "Full Metal Jacket" and "A Clockwork Orange." Ronson is struck by the sheer volume of work that went into crafting each aspect of Kubrick's masterpieces, from audition tapes to selecting the perfect hat for a character in "Clockwork Orange" or discovering the ideal doorway for "Eyes Wide Shut."Through Ronson's exploration and reflections on these materials, we witness not only the rhythm of genius at play but also the dedication and obsessive attention to detail that characterized Kubrick's approach. Interspersed with interviews featuring family members, staff, and friends who knew Kubrick personally, this film offers a rare glimpse into the mind and methods of one of cinema's most influential visionaries.