UK,
1963, 112 min
Directed by:
Joseph LoseyScreenplay:
Harold PinterCinematography:
Douglas SlocombeComposer:
John DankworthCast:
Dirk Bogarde, James Fox, Sarah Miles, Wendy Craig, Catherine Lacey, Patrick Magee, Harold Pinter, John Dankworth, Richard Vernon, Gerry Duggan, Aileen Lewis (more)Plots(1)
Marking the first of three collaborations between director Joseph Losey and celebrated playwright Harold Pinter, The Servant follows sly and seductive manservant Barrett (Bogarde) as he worms his way in to the affections of foppish aristocrat Tony (Fox). Barrett’s awe-inspiring efficiency cleverly masks his true intentions, ultimately giving way to a suspicious and insidious control where the roles of master and servant are reversed. Adapted from Robin Maugham’s short story and with stunning black & white photography from cinematographer Douglas Slocombe, The Servant is a thrilling and ingenious British classic that’s not to be missed. (StudioCanal UK)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)
- 1964 - Dirk Bogarde (Best British Actor)
- 1964 - Douglas Slocombe (Best British Cinematography - Black and White)
- 1964 - James Fox (Most Promising Newcomer to Film)
- 1964 - Best Film
- 1964 - Sarah Miles (Best British Actress)
- 1964 - Harold Pinter (Best British Screenplay)
- 1964 - Outstanding British Film
- 1964 - Wendy Craig (Most Promising Newcomer to Film)
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1964 - Harold Pinter (Best Screenplay)
- 1964 - Joseph Losey (Best Director)
- 1964 - Dirk Bogarde (Best Actor)
Venice Film Festival
- 1963 - Joseph Losey (Golden Lion for Best Film)