Kubrick made many wonderful movies but this might just be the best of them all. Its shot in glorious black and white. When we first see the supposedly 14 year old nymphet Sue Lyon (she was actually 16) lounging in her bikini complete with heart shaped sunnies we know why James Mason a forty something writer changes his mind and decides to accept Shelley Winters offer of a room to rent.
From the droll soundtrack to Peter Sellers manic performance as Clare Quilty its a winner all the way. The movie also hints at the less than savoury behaviour of Humbert but in the end he is a subject for pity as the hapless victim due to his doomed obsession.
The remake was surprisingly OK but is unnecessary and forgettable compared to the original.
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From the droll soundtrack to Peter Sellers manic performance as Clare Quilty its a winner all the way. The movie also hints at the less than savoury behaviour of Humbert but in the end he is a subject for pity as the hapless victim due to his doomed obsession.
The remake was surprisingly OK but is unnecessary and forgettable compared to the original.
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