Darren answers “Can anyone explain me why didn't they all...”

Jamila Huseynova asked this question about Never Let Me Go:

Can anyone explain me why didn't they all run away from that place? Because I could not figure out that part.

Darren There is a scene where the children mimic touching an electric fence, and one of the guardians remarks that these 'could do a lot of damage' or simila…moreThere is a scene where the children mimic touching an electric fence, and one of the guardians remarks that these 'could do a lot of damage' or similar - which means electric fences were used at other facilities, but not Hailsham - at it was 'progressive'. What Hailsham obviously demonstrated was that fences weren't even needed. They were instilled with a fear of the unknown - told some scary stories when they're young - eg about a child who strays out of bounds, and is later found with hands and feet cut off. That combined with the sense of safety at Hailsham, and they just wouldn't want to leave.(less)

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Wm. A. As best I can remember, these scenes weren't in the book. I suspect you're commenting on the film. ...more
Jul 02, 2022 09:06AM · flag

deleted user I remember this scene from the book. Have not seen the movie.
Nov 03, 2022 02:06PM · flag

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