Disturbing, Artistic and provoking

Rating: Null/10 (10 November 2019)

It's not hard to see why this film was so controversial. The realism and good performances bring so many horrors to life. The messages, symbolism and truths that come about are brutal and savage. Stanley Kubrick has put his stamp on this film with great cinematography, techniques and use of music. This is not an easy film to watch but yet its got artistic merit. It is gracefully directed and presented to us so that even if we are repulsed we cannot stop watching. It is definitely not black and white and one can't help but question what is the solution to juvenile delinquents? Who says what rehab should be?
I prefer more wholesome or less gruesome films that are thought provoking versus something of this flavour. Yet I do appreciate its direction and the experience it can deliver. When was the last time a film was brought to life that they feel like actual events? Watch at your own discretion but be warned this is not an easy film to stomach.