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.
Movie Info
Release Date: 4/17/1987
Runtime: 111 min
Director: Stephen Frears
Writers: Alan Bennett
Top 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
Frances Barber
Leonie Orton
Janet Dale
Mrs Sugden
Margaret Tyzack
Madame Lambert
Eric Richard
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