Stanley Kubrick's last film, "Eyes Wide Shut," set a new record for its 15-month production period. The demanding director required extensive preproduction, multiple takes of individual scenes, and complete creative autonomy. Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman were subjected to his rigorous directing style, with even a simple scene taking up to 95 takes. Despite the difficulty, both actors were fully committed to their art and willing to push themselves to their limits. Cruise had an ulcer during filming but kept it a secret from Kubrick to avoid slowing down production. The actors spoke highly of their time working with Kubrick, expressing pride in contributing to his vision.

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