Parallel Hallways

Another one of Stanley Kubrick's trademark style is the long, claustophobic hallway with symmetrical walls. They are often used in the scenes where the situation is becoming uncomfortable. For example, in Clockwork Orange, as Alex and his droogs are about to beat the homeless person, we see the walls at each sides reflecting each other at the close range. This gives us uneasy feelings and makes us feel uncomfortable as we see the dreadful event that follows.

Kubrick Stare

One of the Stanley Kubrick's visual trademark is the 'Kubrick Stare' when the characters often briefly glances at the camera directly, and effectively at the audience.

It often occurs whenever the characters/Kubrick are upset or having an emotional reaction. This technique is effective in terms of adding an intense atmosphere, thus creating an air of suspense and pulling us into the situation that the characters are in. The above examples are all 'Kubrick Stares' in his films.

-Top Left: Clockwork Orange: Alex reacts to Dim's reaction when he sees the lady singing in the milk bar

-Top Right: Full Metal Jacket: Before Pvt. Pyle kills himself after murdering Drill Sergeant Hartman.

-Bottom Left: The Shinning: When Jack is staring out at the snow while chasing Danny.

-Bottom Right: Barry Lyndon: When Barry stares at Bullingdon as he makes his speech. Many claim this is the craziest Kubrick stare of all.