A mesmerizing psychological thriller and Kubrick's most underrated film

Rating: 10/10 (24 November 2009)

Sadly, Stanley Kubrick died before the commercial release of his most underrated film. Eyes Wide Shut is a surrealistic mystery tale, a creepy thriller full of amazing scenes and rich colours.
Tom Cruise gives a great performance (almost unrecognizable) as Dr. Bill Harford. Cruise has incredible acting chops and shows it all in this film. Fear, curiosity, anger and many more. Along with Cruise is Nicole Kidman as Alice, Bill's wife. Nicole shines in her scenes and especially in the scene with her confession.
Despite being promoted as a steamy, erotic thriller with Cruise and Kidman "getting it on", it is not at all erotic. The infamous orgy scene, even though it has strong sex, is more mysterious and disturbing instead of erotic. And yes, this is a better thing.
I think the reason it isn't as popular as it should be is because of the false advertising. Hopefully, this underrated masterpiece will be recognized in the future as it is a beautifully shot, creepy psychological thriller and a great end to a very great artist.