The Draughtsman's Contract
1982 British film / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Draughtsman's Contract is a 1982 British period comedy-drama film written and directed by Peter Greenaway – his first conventional feature film (following the feature-length mockumentary The Falls). Originally produced for Channel 4, the film is a form of murder mystery, set in rural Wiltshire, England in 1694 (during the joint reign of William III and Mary II). The period setting is reflected in Michael Nyman's score, which borrows widely from Henry Purcell, and in the extensive and elaborate costume designs (which, for effect, slightly exaggerate those of the period). The action was shot on location in the house and formal gardens of Groombridge Place.[4] The film received the Grand Prix of the Belgian Film Critics Association.
The Draughtsman's Contract | |
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Directed by | Peter Greenaway |
Written by | Peter Greenaway |
Produced by | David Payne |
Starring | |
Cinematography | Curtis Clark |
Edited by | John Wilson |
Music by | Michael Nyman |
Production companies | |
Distributed by | Artificial Eye |
Release date | 4 September 1982 (Italy) |
Running time | 104 minutes |
Country | United Kingdom |
Language | English |
Budget | £320,000[1][2] or £360,000[3] |
Box office | £420,000 (UK)[3] |