a good period piece...

Rating: Null/10 (1 March 2000)

Yes, there are flaws in this work. Mostly, it involves Ryan O'Neal. His acting is not outstanding and his accent is weak.
However, I am still very much attracted to this film. The level of cinematography is Kubrick at his most satisfying. Certain images here define for me filmmaking as an art. The lighting work deserves all the praise it receives and the music is perfect, to say the least. With all this, one weak performance is easily forgiven.
In summary, Barry Lyndon is a good period piece and on a aesthetic level, it is outstanding.