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Director: Michael Radford
Actors: John Hurt, Richard Burton, Suzanna Hamilton
PlotIn a dystopian future, society is under the absolute control of The Party, an oppressive regime led by the enigmatic Big Brother. Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of The Party, works at the Ministry of Truth, where his job is to alter historical records to fit The Party's propaganda. Despite his outward conformity, Winston harbors rebellious thoughts against the regime. He begins a forbidden love affair with Julia, a fellow worker who shares his subversive sentiments. Their relationship becomes a form of resistance against The Party's overwhelming surveillance and control.
As Winston and Julia's secret defiance grows, they are drawn to the underground resistance movement known as The Brotherhood. They seek guidance from O'Brien, a high-ranking Party official who Winston believes is part of the resistance. However, the omnipresent surveillance and ruthless enforcers of The Party make evasion nearly impossible. Winston's journey toward rebellion and freedom increasingly endangers him, as paranoia and oppression weigh heavily on him and his illicit relationship with Julia.
Writers: Michael Radford, George Orwell
Release Date: 22 Mar 1985
Runtime: 113 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom, West Germany, Netherlands
Language: English
Michael Radford's '1984' is a masterful adaptation of Orwell's novel, now stunning in 4K Blu-ray; highly atmospheric and essential viewing.
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