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William Ramsey Investigates

The Minotaur: A Kubrick Odyssey, the New Book by Author S. William Snyder aka Recluse.

May 4, 2024
Author S. William Snyder, aka Recluse, discusses his new book 'The Minotaur: A Kubrick Odyssey' on the podcast. Topics include Kubrick's alleged involvement in faking the moon landing, dark connections in Hollywood, portrayal of human nature in his films, symbolism of Columbia in American culture, alleged ties to intelligence agencies, and the deep knowledge and artistic layers in Kubrick's work.
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  • Kubrick's admiration for filmmaking influenced his work, inspired by Lynch and Kubrick.
  • Disproving Kubrick's moon landing involvement through detailed project timelines.

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Kubrick's Lifelong Fascination with Filmmaking and Directors

Kubrick's lifelong admiration for filmmaking began in his high school years when he delved into serious filmmaking. He revered directors like David Lynch and Stanley Kubrick, using them as benchmarks for all other filmmakers. Over the years, his passion for filmmaking led to the publication of multiple books and podcasting, where he shared his extensive knowledge, particularly focusing on key figures like Kubrick, exploring their impact on his work.

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