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1971Movie121 minEnglish

A bank security expert plots with a call girl to rob the safety deposit boxes of three very different criminals from a high-tech bank in Hamburg.

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IMDb8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users88%
Director: Stanley KubrickGenres: Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future Britain, Alex, a charismatic and amoral delinquent, leads his gang on a 'ultraviolent' crime spree. After a betrayal leads to his capture, he is subjected to an experimental aversion therapy designed to curb his violent impulses, with shocking and unexpected consequences for his free will.

Critical Reception

Stanley Kubrick's 'A Clockwork Orange' remains a provocative and controversial masterpiece, lauded for its artistic vision and social commentary, while simultaneously debated for its graphic violence and disturbing themes. It garnered significant critical attention and awards, cementing its place as a landmark film in cinematic history.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually stunning and intellectually challenging exploration of free will and societal control.
  • Praised for its audacious direction, unforgettable performance by Malcolm McDowell, and enduring relevance.
  • Criticized by some for its graphic depiction of violence and controversial themes, sparking decades of debate.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's disturbing yet thought-provoking nature, with many commending its unique style and powerful social commentary. Some viewers find the violence difficult to watch, but its artistic merit and enduring impact are widely acknowledged.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 4 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. Won Best Director at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'nadsat' slang used by the characters was heavily influenced by Russian vocabulary and rhyming slang, designed by Anthony Burgess in his novel of the same name.

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