Prick Up Your Ears

1987Rated6.71h 51mDrama

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.

Starring: Gary Oldman, Alfred Molina, Vanessa Redgrave

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Cast

  • Gary OldmanJoe Orton
  • Alfred MolinaKenneth Halliwell
  • Vanessa RedgravePeggy Ramsay
  • Wallace ShawnJohn Lahr
  • Lindsay DuncanAnthea Lahr
  • Julie WaltersElsie Orton
  • James GrantWilliam Orton
  • Frances BarberLeonie Orton
  • Janet DaleMrs Sugden
  • Dave AtkinsMr Sugden

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