Filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, known for projects such as “Dr. Strangelove,” “2001: A Space Odyssey,” “A Clockwork Orange,” “The Shining,” and “Full Metal Jacket,” died from a heart attack in 1999. He was 70 years old. The director had a career spanning four decades, yet he only made 13 films, seven of which were made in the span of 11 years, according to Variety. Between 1968 and 1987, he only made five movies. As a result, when a Kubrick film was released, it was monumental. He passed away before the release of “Eyes Wide Shut,” starring Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise.
Kubrick was one of history’s more eccentric filmmakers, and he often chose subject matter that was dark and cold. He was also a bit of a recluse and stayed out of the public eye. Over the years he was described as “egocentric” and “a cold bastard” but also as “unique” and “wise,” depending on who was talking about him. During his career he worked with stars such as Marlon Brando, Peter Sellers, and Jack Nicholson. He was nominated for 13 Academy Awards, but only won one Oscar (via IMDb).
