Prick Up Your Ears

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.

Director

Stephen Frears

Written by

Alan Bennett

Music

Stanley Myers

Studio

British Screen Productions

Released

17 April 1987

Genres

Drama