Brilliant yet underrated

Rating: Null/10 (14 January 2002)

Barry Lyndon is a sweeping work of sheer genius crafted by a master director. It made Kubrick unpopular with many of his fans, however, and for no apparent reason. What a film!
The performances are impeccable, especially Ryan O'neal's as Redmond Barry. There are so many breathtaking shots, including the greatest bit of wood-chopping ever filmed that it's a wonder that this achievement did not bolster Stanley's reputation.
The poker scenes cannot be beat. The soundtrack will knock your socks off. The visuals will blow you away. See Barry Lyndon. Then see it again.