While I admit, some of the theories presented in the film are a bit far-fetched, I'm convinced this movie is amazing. It showed me that films can be interpreted in an infinite amount of ways. And that directors are supposed to tell you a story through their eyes. Kubrick was masterful at this, and every director should model their method after Kubrick.
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I recommend "kubrick's boxes' documentary
also "the wolf at the door: Stanley Kubrick and the holocaust " novel
and Rob Agers documentaries and analysis
all which justify much of the theory in 237
People doubt the amount going on in the shinning because they are not use to their being that much in films
Kubrick had an I.Q of 200 , read nearly every book in existence and wanted to change the art of film
Since 237 Iv'e read about 120 books now based on themes in the shinning, from greek myths to modern sociology, psychology
The Holocaust, History of economics E.t.c....
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Since 237 Iv'e read about 120 books now based on themes in the shinning, from greek myths to modern sociology, psychologyI'm glad they let you read in whatever mental institution you call home these days.
The Holocaust, History of economics E.t.c....
There is an eeriness to "The Shining" that extends beyond just the character's strange behavior or frightening images; I'm so glad this film gave insight as to why and the hidden messages throughout the film. And yes; it changed the way I look at films; not just to take them at face value.
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What if my problem isn't that I don't understand people but that I don't like them?
I haven't seen The Shining since 2008 (since I lost my DVD and haven't been able to find get a Blu Ray lol), so this documentary reawakened my obsession with the film. I think the best thing about it weren't all of the theories and interpretations, but it really exemplified the genius of Stanley Kubrick (not that all of the theories were convincing). There were three documentaries that made me want to make movies: Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy, The Making of Evil Dead 2, and Room 237.
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