Stanley Kubrick Retrospective: Film Screenings in the Heart of a Historic Cinema in the Île-de-France Region

What if you experienced 2001: A Space Odyssey in a way other than just lounging on your sofa? In Nogent-sur-Marne, the Royal Palace rolls out the red carpet for Stanley Kubrick and invites film enthusiasts from Île-de-France to enjoy a rare experience: watching on the big screen.

Watching The Shining in a dark theater, hearing the first notes of Also Sprach Zarathustra in 2001: A Space Odyssey, or experiencing the natural light of Barry Lyndon on a big screen — these are more than mere screenings; they are total immersive experiences. Kubrick saw cinema as a multisensory journey. Streaming captures the image, but the theater captures its grandeur.

Located in Nogent-sur-Marne since the 1920s, the Royal Palace is one of those historic neighborhood cinemas that has stood the test of time. Designated as an Art and Essay theater, it champions an ambitious programming lineup while remaining deeply rooted in the local community. It’s in this context that you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy this spectacular retrospective.

The full schedule of the retrospective

The retrospective offers a chronological and thematic journey through thirteen major films:

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• Friday, March 13 at 8:30 p.m.: Full Metal Jacket

• Sunday, March 15 at 6:00 p.m.: 2001: A Space Odyssey

• Tuesday, March 17 at 8:30 p.m.: Paths of Glory

• Friday, March 20 at 8:45 p.m.: The Shining

• Sunday, March 22 at 6:00 p.m.: A Clockwork Orange

• Monday, March 23 at 8:30 p.m.: Dr. Strangelove

• Tuesday, March 24 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.: Lolita

• Thursday, March 26 at 8:30 p.m.: Eyes Wide Shut

• Friday, March 27 at 8:30 p.m.: Spartacus

• Saturday, March 28 at 11:00 a.m.: The Last Razzia

• Saturday, March 28 at 6:00 p.m.: Killer’s Kiss

• Saturday, March 28 at 8:30 p.m.: Fear and Desire

• Sunday, March 29 at 6:00 p.m.: Barry Lyndon

Stanley Kubrick remains a figure both revered and feared. Formerly a photographer for Look magazine, he developed at an early age a remarkably precise visual sense. Every shot is meticulously composed, showcasing a keen eye for symmetry, depth, and lighting. His distinctive style is instantly recognizable: centered framing, smooth camera movements, bold use of classical music, and a measured pace that commands attention.

But behind this polished exterior lies a director renowned for his uncompromising style. Film shoots could drag on for months, often requiring countless takes. Some scenes in The Shining were reportedly repeated dozens of times, pushing actors to their limits. This relentless approach, viewed by some as ruthless, has only fueled his reputation as an obsessively dedicated filmmaker.

For Barry Lyndon, he went as far as using lenses specifically designed for filming solely with candlelight, aiming for an unprecedented level of visual authenticity. Kubrick didn't leave anything to chance: sets, costumes, soundtrack, pacing — everything was meticulously crafted down to the last detail with almost scientific precision.

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