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A "proper review" of the 2017 documentary reveals a fascinating, yet often heartbreaking, exploration of the fine line between artistic devotion and extreme obsession. Directed by Tony Zierra , the film centers on Leon Vitali , a promising British actor who famously played Lord Bullingdon in Stanley Kubrick’s Barry Lyndon before abandoning his own acting career to become Kubrick’s 24/7 "jack-of-all-trades" assistant for over 20 years. Core Themes & Critical Reception

Many reviews, including those from Rolling Stone , highlight the "lopsided balance of power" in their relationship. While Vitali maintains he has no regrets, the film raises unsettling questions about whether his devotion was a choice or a form of "Stockholm Syndrome". Filmworker

The film is universally praised as "pure candy for Kubrick buffs". It is packed with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, unheard-of trivia, and interviews with actors like Matthew Modine and Ryan O'Neal . Filmworker A "proper review" of the 2017 documentary reveals