Stanley Kubrick marks a before-and-after in the history of cinema. Few directors have received as much acclaim in life and death, admired by peers and audiences alike. Kubrick might be the ultimate gateway filmmaker for cinephiles, a step beyond the delightful and accessible thrills of Quentin Tarantino but not as far removed and cerebral as Andrei Tarkovsky. Kubrick always managed to make entertainment that was undoubtedly high art, adding an implicating twist to all of his films. They never leave you off the hook.