The life story of controversial 1960s playwright Joe Orton (Gary Oldman), revealed in flashback after his murder by lover Kenneth Halliwell (Alfred Molina). Born in Leicester, Orton moves to London and enjoys an openly gay relationship with Halliwell in their famous Islington flat. However, when Orton achieves spectacular success with such plays as 'What the Butler Saw' and 'Loot', Halliwell begins to feel alienated and the pair's future looks increasingly uncertain.

DVD EXTRAS
Interactive menus, Scene access, Subtitles for hard of hearing (English)Interactive menus, Scene access, Subtitles for hard of hearing (English)Extras to be confirmed, Enhanced for WideScreen TV, Subtitles (English), Subtitles for hard of hearing (English), Interviews (Steven Frears (Director))
Soundtrack Languages
Dolby Digital 2.0: English
Technical Details
Certification: 18
Duration: 105 mins
Format: DVD
Region: 2
Aspect Ratio: 1:1.78 (16:9) widescreen
Sound: Dolby Digital 2.0
Cat. No: 3711525003(GRANADA VENTURES LTD)
Also available as: Prick Up Your Ears (DVD) (Region 2)
Prick Up Your Ears (DVD) (Region 2)
Prick Up Your Ears (DVD) (Region 2)