Countless Barry Lyndons

Josianne 2022-03-19 09:01:04

Through Kubrick's lens, we can see the classical and beautiful 18th century. Behind every frame of oil painting pixels, there are hidden the extravagance of the aristocratic class and the indescribable greed in human nature. This is the life of Barry Lyndon. There are depression, bravery, greed, loneliness, complacence, and displacement. This is also a portrayal of countless Barry Lyndon's pursuit of money and power status. However, fate prefers to playfully tease everyone, and finally annihilate them in the long river of time in a fair way. After all, everyone dies and is equal.

In this film, I also feel that no matter what class you are in, you can't hide the women's right to speak that was disciplined by that era. From the farm girl to Mrs. Lyndon, the obedience and defense of Barry are deeply rooted, and the cousin's betrayal is only for the purpose of clinging to a man with a higher position of money.... Exaggerated disguise on a woman's hair, breasts and other parts of the body , to a certain extent, it is also the purpose of deceiving and adapting to the times that emphasize morality and noble beauty. What kind of era is this.

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  • Laurianne 2022-03-24 09:01:37

    The effect of the legendary F0.7 lens. Like "Spartacus", there is a "intermission", I don't know if it was intentional or that era needed to be off. A lot of close-up to long-range shots, I heard that the precise but boring composition is to satirize the boredom of the upper class. To recommend, I have not yet understood Kubrick enough~

  • Marco 2022-03-23 09:01:40

    80/100, the ultimate lens of Zeiss F0.7, the depth of field and Hollywood-style fill light are cancelled, replaced by extremely delicate natural light, the candlelight ratio in the dark room is perfectly controlled, supplemented by the exquisite Rococo period service, creating This miraculous oil painting texture. The plot itself is not very attractive, but what is more powerful is to create a sense of reality and immersion through all visible and perceptible means. Although there are a large number of narration quotes, it can still be "fascinating" and fully realized. The charm of class society and classical tragedy, the subtitles and ending music at the end have completely magnified the pathos of life.

Barry Lyndon quotes

  • Barry's Mother: Reverend Runt, I need not tell you that the recent tragedy to this family has made the services of a tutor no longer required at Castle Hackton. And as we are in some considerable difficulty about money, I'm afraid I must ask you, with the greatest reluctance, to resign your post.

    Rev. Samuel Runt: Madam, I'm sensible of your predicament, and you need have no concern about my wages, with which I can willingly do without, but it is out of the question for me to consider leaving Her Ladyship in her present state.

    Barry's Mother: I'm very sorry to say this to you, but I truly believe you are largely responsible for the state of mind she is in, and the sooner you leave, the better she will be.

    Rev. Samuel Runt: Madam, with the greatest respect, I take my instructions only from Her Ladyship.

    Barry's Mother: Reverend Runt, Her Ladyship is in no fit mind to give instructions to anyone. My son has charged me with managing the affairs at Castle Hackton until he recovers from his grief and resumes his interest in worldly matters. And while I am in charge, you will take your instructions from me. My only concern is for Lady Lyndon.

    Rev. Samuel Runt: Madam! Your only concern is for Her Ladyship's signature! You and your son have almost succeeded in destroying a fine family fortune! And what little remains for you depends on keeping Her Ladyship prisoner in her own house!

    Barry's Mother: Reverend Runt! This matter bears no further discussion! You will pack your bags and leave by tomorrow morning!

  • Rev. Samuel Runt: My Lord Bullingdon, you seem particularly glum today. You should be happy that your mother has remarried.

    Lord Bullingdon: Not in this way. And not in such haste. And certainly not to this man.

    Rev. Samuel Runt: I think you judge your mother too harshly. Do you not like your new father?

    Lord Bullingdon: Not very much. He seems to me little more than a common opportunist. I don't think he loves my mother at all, and it hurts me to see her make such a fool of herself.