How and why did Stanley Kubrick design the scenarios for his films?

May 13, 2019 at 01:39 hrs.


How and why did Stanley Kubrick design the scenarios for his films?


For Stanley Kubrick most of the films were little more than plays, but with more atmosphere and action. In addition, the lighting, the stages, and the accessories always acted as scripts to unite their narrations and define their rhythm.

Now, the importance he placed on his stage can be seen in an exhibition at the Design Museum in London. From a model in the war room of Dr. Strangelove (1964); a new staging of the milk bar Korova A Clockwork Orange (1971); and drawings, paintings, photographs and diagrams of each of his films.

Stanley Kubrick often sent teams of people from around the world to measure and photograph locations. From the accurate documentation of the streets of New York to tens of thousands of exploration photographs. The director recreated these real-world locations in the London studios, in part because of his fear of flying. But also to dominate each element of the set and use it as a narrative device.

Here we talk about the scenarios of An Odyssey in Space, Mechanical orange y The glow.

A Space Odyssey

 

In 2001, Kubrick's intention in A Space Odyssey (1968), was to create an extraordinary visual experience. One that penetrates directly into the subconscious with an emotional and philosophical content. The science fiction movie was filmed during NASA's Apollo missions.

To make matters worse, the team had to overcome emerging technology to look successful futurist. Along with art director John Hoesli and cinematographer Geoffrey Unsworth, Kubrick meticulously researched NASA's design.

In addition, he hired a team of astronomical artists, aeronautics specialists and aerospace engineers to design the interiors of the ship. Even sets, accessories and costumes play a prominent role. With them, the viewers were attracted to the atmosphere of the film and their vision of the future.

The Shining

 

In the design of the set of The Shining 's (1980), An attempt was made to recreate the Overlook Hotel. A traditionally spooky property. Designed as a labyrinth, with corridors and impossible rooms, the oppressive space disoriented even the actors and the team. In addition, it was spacious and modern compared to the tradition of horror games. Even, it was tried - and what they did - to create corridors that provoked anxiety and claustrophobia.

Therefore, dusty scenarios, high ceilings, elaborate patterns and vast extensions that would dwarf their characters were used.

A Clockwork Orange

 

The other way, en A Clockwork Orange Stanley Kubrick used real locations, in particular the Thamesmead estate in London. It was a utopian social housing project built in the mid-sixties. In addition, the architecture was the backdrop for much of the action. And everything revolved around a project destined to represent the future of cities. Undoubtedly, a suitable space for a film that was both a social document and a dystopian science fiction.

It was also cheaper to shoot there (Kubrick's budget was considerably smaller after 2001). But, the filming in London was adjusted to their creative objectives, to show a future that was already being configured in the present.

This is how Stanley Kubrick recreated some of the most iconic scenes of his films that are true cult films.