The Movie, 1984, and Our Personal Responses

Write a short personal response to viewing Michael Radford's movie version of Orwell's novel. You might want to mention what struck you as most important (shocking, interesting, relevant etc.). How did it feel to experience Orwell's world in a filmed version? Was it as you imagined as you read?

Do you agree with Roger Ebert's statement: "What is remarkable about the movie is how completely it satisfied my feelings about the book; the movie looks, feels, and almost tastes and smells like Orwell's bleak and angry vision."

Use any of the above questions to direct your thoughts. You may, however, let us know your reaction in any form you choose. No need to write more than 150 words or so (paragraph or multi-paragraph)

Link to a Word copy of Nineteen Eighty-Four