The Interview is the first official chapter of the film, and at first it seems entirely straightforward and expositional.
The chapter is divided up into smaller interview segments, allowing the viewer to get insight into who these characters are and what the plot will be about.
Except that even when things are seemingly straightforward with Kubrick, you still need to pay attention.
It’s within this chapter that we learn of Jack’s alcohol problem, how it affects his ability to work (and how it affects his family); we learn about a Charles Grady in 1970, about Tony, and how Wendy and Danny are essentially bound to the home when Jack has the car.
Most of the scenes within this chapter are played out without any background music (the exception is No.6), which is Kubrick asking you to really listen to what’s being said and how.