Prick Up Your Ears

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Gary Oldman Joe Orton

Alfred Molina Kenneth Halliwell

Vanessa Redgrave Peggy Ramsay

Wallace Shawn John Lahr

Lindsay Duncan Anthea Lahr