1984
George Orwell's famous novel brought to the big screen is technically well made but doesn't quite paint the whole story. The film takes place in the future where Winston, a man trapped in its oppressed environment, indulges in pleasures that the government forbids. The film is clever and interesting but is inappropriately lackadaisical and somewhat confused. 1984 is still worth a look because it's intriguing. Richard Burton's final role.
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Starring:
John Hurt, Richard Burton, Suzanna Hamilton, Cyril Cusack, Gregor Fisher
Directed by:
Michael Radford
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1984 science fiction/drama
Rated R.
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Don Ignacio's score: B