Review of Fahrenheit 451 (1966) by Lori S — 27 Jun 2008

Excellent adaptation of an excellent book.

This review of Fahrenheit 451 (1966) was written by Lori S on 27 Jun 2008.

Fahrenheit 451 has generally received positive reviews.

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By William D (321) on 26 Aug 2012

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By April W (341) on 10 Nov 2013

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By X X (227) on 26 Aug 2012

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By Jeroen V (210) on 20 Oct 2013

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By E L (691) on 28 Jul 2012

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By Rob J (305) on 04 Jan 2014

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By Stacie G (21) on 15 Jun 2012

The only way to be happy is for everyone to be equal? Wow! I was totally transfixed by the scene where the woman lights her OWN match…

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An interesting look at a futuristic world where it's against the law to read books…

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By Brian Q (39) on 09 Jul 2012

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