Inspired by one of the twentieth century's greatest novels, composer Lorin Maazel evokes Orwell's totalitarian nightmare, where "Big Brother" is always watching, and those guilty of "thoughtcrime" are condemned to face their worst fears in the infamous "Room 101". Filmed during world premiere performances of Robert Lepage's spectacular and psychologically gripping Royal Opera production and conducted by the composer, an international cast brings George Orwell's dark vision to shattering operatic life.

Inspirado por um dos maiores romances do século XX, o compositor Lorin Maazel evoca o pesadelo totalitário de Orwell, onde o "Big Brother" está sempre a observar e os culpados de "crimes de pensamento" são condenados a enfrentar os seus piores medos no infame "Quarto 101".