EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 18 MIN
The Kubrick Stare That Almost Wasn't
from Final Cut Confessions · host Podcaster
When Stanley Kubrick cast Jack Nicholson in The Shining, he had no idea his leading man was legally blind in one eye. What happened next became the stuff of Hollywood legend—and created cinema's most unsettling close-up. We dive into how a hidden disability, a director's obsession with symmetry, and 127 takes of pure rage gave birth to an accidental masterpiece moment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Kubrick Stare That Almost Wasn't
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