Category: Movies > Controversy
One of the most iconic films in cinema history, "A Clockwork Orange," directed by Stanley Kubrick, faced significant controversy upon its release in 1971, leading to its temporary withdrawal from circulation in the UK. The film, based on Anthony Burgess's novel, explores themes of free will and the nature of violence through the lens of its protagonist, Alex DeLarge. Initially met with both critical acclaim and public outrage due to its graphic depictions of violence and sexual assault, the film was so polarizing that Kubrick decided to remove it from distribution in the UK in 1973, fearing it would incite further unrest. It wasn't until after Kubrick's death in 1999 that the film was re-released in the UK, paving the way for its recognition as a groundbreaking work that sparked discussions about morality, societal control, and the impact of media on behavior.