Fahrenheit 451

What if you had no right to read?

Release Date 1966-09-07

Runtime 113 minutes

Status Released

Overview

In the future, the government maintains control of public opinion by outlawing literature and maintaining a group of enforcers, known as “firemen,” to perform the necessary book burnings. Fireman Montag begins to question the morality of his vocation…

Budget $1,500,000

Revenue $2,000,000

Vote Average 7.11/10

Vote Count 1015

Popularity 1.6295

Original Language en

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What makes this movie Worth Watching

Released during the Cold War era, the film reflects anxieties about censorship, conformity, and the potential for government control over information and thought. It serves as a warning against the dangers of unchecked power and the suppression of dissenting voices, resonating with contemporary fears of totalitarian regimes and the manipulation of public opinion.

Oskar Werner's nuanced portrayal of Montag's internal struggle is compelling and believable.
The film offers a stark visual representation of a dystopian society obsessed with mindless entertainment and censorship.
The adaptation captures the essence of Bradbury's cautionary tale about the dangers of intellectual conformity and the importance of preserving knowledge.
Bernard Herrmann's score adds significantly to the film's atmosphere of unease and oppression.

Fun Facts

Reportedly, director François Truffaut did not get along well with Oskar Werner during filming, which some believe contributed to the intensity and emotional depth of Werner's performance.
The film deviates from the novel in some significant ways, including the portrayal of Clarisse, highlighting Truffaut's interpretation of Bradbury's themes.
The fireman costumes were designed by the famous fashion designer, Ted Lapidus.