1984 [Criterion Collection]

An adaptation of George Orwell's dystopian tale set in a post-atomic war London—now capital of the futuristic, totalitarian state of Oceania—in which protagonist Winston Smith's job is to re-write history under the watchful gaze of "Big Brother" whose presence inhibits love and individualistic expression. Winston rebels by having an illicit love affair resulting in dire consequences. Richard Burton plays O'Brien in his final film role.