The Draughtsman's Contract
In his feature directorial debut, Peter Greenaway crafts an elegant tale of sexual gamesmanship and murder in 17th-century England. An arrogant artist is hired by an aristocrat's wife to do sketches as a gift for her husband. The draughtsman uses his position to seduce members of the household, but before long the tables are turned. Anthony Higgins and Janet Suzman star.
Year: 1982
Genre: Art House Cinema, Drama
Country: UK
Director: Peter Greenaway
Starring: Anthony Higgins, Janet Suzman, Anne Louise Lambert
Duration: 104 Minutes
Rating: M
7.3/10
Location in store: Art House Cinema
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