Barry Lyndon

Set in the 18th century, this film follows the rise and fall of an ambitious Irishman, Redmond Barry, who seeks to climb the social ladder through a series of adventures and misadventures across Europe. The narrative explores themes of ambition, love, and the pursuit of power, all captured through the meticulous and visually stunning cinematography that has become a hallmark of its director, Stanley Kubrick. The film stars Ryan O’Neal and Marisa Berenson, and it is renowned for its use of natural lighting and period-accurate settings. It won four Academy Awards, including Best Art Direction and Best Cinematography. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.