Synopsis
When the young, attractive Joe Orton meets the older, more introverted Kenneth Halliwell at drama school, he befriends the kindred spirit and they start an affair. As Orton becomes more comfortable with his sexuality and starts to find success with his writing, Halliwell becomes increasingly alienated and jealous, ultimately tapping into a dangerous rage.
Awards
Details
- Released
- 17 April 1987
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Director
- Stephen Frears
- Writers
- Alan Bennett
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Languages
- English
- Production
- British Screen Productions, Civilhand, Zenith Entertainment, Film Four International
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Cast
Gary OldmanNominated
Alfred Molina
Vanessa RedgraveNominated
Wallace Shawn
Lindsay Duncan
Julie Walters- JJames Grant
Frances Barber
Janet Dale- DDave Atkins