Prick Up Your Ears

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.

Release Date

17 April 1987

111 minutes

Director

Main Cast

Joe Orton
Kenneth Halliwell
Peggy Ramsay
John Lahr
Anthea Lahr
Elsie Orton
William Orton
Leonie Orton
Mrs Sugden
Mr Sugden
Madame Lambert
Education Officer