The film's portrayal of New York City's elite also serves as a commentary on the class and social stratification of the 1990s. Kubrick's depiction of the wealthy and powerful as isolated and disillusioned serves as a critique of the excesses of capitalism and the disintegration of social bonds.
Rainbow Fashions is at 21 West 21st Street. Bill is called to patient number 21. Somerton’s ritual occurs at a specific time (2:21 AM in some script notes). In gematria and secret society lore, 21 represents mastery and the "World" card in Tarot. index of eyes wide shut