After President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20,George Orwell’s1984flew off the shelves.

Obviously, the affair eventually comes to a close:1984isn’t known for having a happy ending.

It’s physically painful every time but that’s the point.

Photo Credit: Julieta Cervantes

Credit: Julieta Cervantes

There’s no intermission, which is appropriate: Taking a break from the horror might soften it.

Still, watching 100 minutes of loud, high-energy terror has a bit of a numbing effect, too.

And that’s part of the point, isn’t it?

it’s possible for you to get used to anything, even a nightmare.B