Prick Up Your Ears
"They shared everything... except success."
Originally released in 1987. Prick Up Your Ears is a drama film. directed by Stephen Frears.
Starring Gary Oldman, Alfred Molina, and Vanessa Redgrave
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 17, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (98 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- British Screen Productions
- Civilhand
- Zenith Entertainment
- Film4 Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prick Up Your Ears about?
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...
Who directed Prick Up Your Ears?
Prick Up Your Ears was directed by Stephen Frears.
How long is Prick Up Your Ears?
Prick Up Your Ears has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was Prick Up Your Ears released?
Prick Up Your Ears was released on April 17, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Prick Up Your Ears?
The main cast of Prick Up Your Ears includes Gary Oldman, Alfred Molina, Vanessa Redgrave, Wallace Shawn, Lindsay Duncan.