Prick Up Your Ears (1987)
Title: Prick Up Your Ears
Original Title: Prick Up Your Ears
Release Date: 1987-04-17
Status: Released
Rating: 6.7/10 (from 93 votes)
Language: EN
Genres: Drama
Production Companies: British Screen Productions, Civilhand, Zenith Entertainment, Film4 Productions
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.
Cast
Gary Oldman
Joe Orton
Alfred Molina
Kenneth Halliwell
Vanessa Redgrave
Peggy Ramsay
Wallace Shawn
John Lahr
Lindsay Duncan
Anthea Lahr
Julie Walters
Elsie Orton
James Grant
William Orton
Frances Barber
Leonie Orton
Janet Dale
Mrs Sugden
Dave Atkins
Mr Sugden
