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A Clockwork Orange

NC-1719712h 17mStanley Kubrick
IMDb 8.2 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 77

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"Being the adventures of a young man whose principal interests are rape, ultra-violence and Beethoven."

In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile crime, gives an incarcerated Alex the option to undergo an invasive procedure that'll rob him of all personal agency. In a time when conscience is a commodity, can Alex change his tune?

Science FictionCrime
London, EnglandPolice BrutalityRobberyStreet GangGreat BritainBased On Novel Or BookNihilismParent Child RelationshipSocietySexuality

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What is A Clockwork Orange (1971) about?

In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile crime, gives an incarcerated Alex the option to undergo an invasive procedure that'll rob him of all personal agency. In a time when conscience is a…

Who stars in A Clockwork Orange?

A Clockwork Orange stars Malcolm McDowell (Alex), Patrick Magee (Mr. Alexander), Carl Duering (Dr. Brodsky), Michael Bates (Chief Guard), Warren Clarke (Dim). The film was directed by Stanley Kubrick.

How long is A Clockwork Orange?

A Clockwork Orange has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1971. It is rated NC-17.

Is A Clockwork Orange worth watching?

A Clockwork Orange holds an IMDb rating of 8.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 86. Fans of Science Fiction, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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