The Draughtsman's Contract

Name: The Draughtsman's Contract
Director: Peter Greenaway
Genre: History, Mystery, Comedy
Released: 1982-01-01
Duration: 108 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Anthony Higgins, Janet Suzman, Dave Hill, Anne-Louise Lambert, Hugh Fraser

1982Dir. Peter Greenaway1h 48m

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Runtime1h 48m

Released1982

Budget$371K

Box office$2.3M

DirectorPeter Greenaway

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The Draughtsman's Contract has this intriguing blend of comedy, history, and mystery that's hard to ignore. Greenaway's direction gives it a very distinct tone, filled with lush visuals and meticulous framing that mirrors the art of the draughtsman himself, R. Neville. The pacing is deliberate, inviting you to immerse in the world of 17th-century England, but there's always an undercurrent of tension, especially as the plot thickens with murder. Performances, particularly from Anthony Higgins as Neville and Janet Suzman as Virginia, are layered and compelling. You can't help but appreciate how the script weaves in themes of desire, power, and art. Plus, the practical effects used in revealing the story are quite clever, adding to its uniqueness.

Unique blend of genres makes it stand out.Lush visuals and artful framing enhance the experience.Deliberate pacing encourages deep immersion.