1987
6.7 (94 votes)
1h 51m
Genres
Drama
Production Companies
British Screen Productions
Civilhand
Zenith Entertainment
Film4 Productions
Civilhand
Zenith Entertainment
Film4 Productions
Prick Up Your Ears
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: Stephen Frears
Screenplay: Alan Bennett
Producer: Andrew Brown
Director of Photography: Oliver Stapleton
Top Cast
Videos
Official 30th Anniversary Trailer
Prick Up Your Ears Trailer
