Alex is processed into prison following his conviction for murder. The Chief Guard subjects him to a dehumanizing intake ritual, stripping him of his name, possessions, and dignity to establish absolute authority.
GUARD: Morning. One up from Thames, Mister.
WARDER: One in from Thames, sir.
CHIEF GUARD: Thank you, Mister. Name?
ALEX: Alexander de Large.
CHIEF GUARD: You are now in H.M. Prison Parkmoor and from this moment you will address all prison officers as sir! Name?
ALEX: Alexander de Large, sir.
CHIEF G
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