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b_b  ·  3736 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: The Future of Hubski Book Club(s)

Nothing against the book, but A Clockwork Orange was one of a very few instances where I have read the novel and seen the movie where the movie comes out way ahead. This isn't to denigrate Burgess, as the book is a very good read, but more a testament to what a fucking freak genius Kubrick is.





_refugee_  ·  3736 days ago  ·  link  ·  

I actually specifically want to revisit the slang/slangworld in the book, so you see I have a rather specific reason to reread Clockwork specifically other than, you know, just story. I am reviewing a poetry book for Kenning where the author experiments with words/portmanteaus and it reminded me enough of Clockwork that I wanted to revisit it.

I agree however, the movie is fantastic. I saw it long before I read the book and it does remain one of my favorites. Now I am thinking I should rewatch...

b_b  ·  3736 days ago  ·  link  ·  

You should rewatch, for nothing other than the sake of watching a fantastic movie.

As for the slang, it's really interesting to read that book and find that you're reading it with no problem after about 20-30 pages. We're more adaptable than we realize sometimes.