Joseph Losey directs this classic British drama, adapted by Harold Pinter from Robin Maugham's original novel. Spoiled young British aristocrat Tony (James Fox) buys a handsome Georgian townhouse in London and employs Hugo Barrett (Dirk Bogarde) as his servant. Initially appearing to settle in well to his new position, Barrett, however, soon begins to exert his influence over his master, subtly ingratiating himself whilst plotting his next move, much to the horror of Tony's fiancee Susan (Wendy Craig). As his influence becomes steadily more pervasive, culminating with the hiring of his sister Vera (Sarah Miles) into a position in the house, Barrett's sexual machinations eventually lead to a complete role reversal, as he finally attains domination over his master.
- Region Code:
- Region B
- Duration:
- 116 minutes
- Extras:
- Language(s): English, Hard of Hearing Subtitles: English, Interactive Menu, Bonus Footage, Documentaries: 'Locations', Video essay with film historian Matthew Sweet and film critic Phuong Le, 'Harry Burton On Harold Pinter', 'John Coldstream On Dirk Bogarde', Joseph Losey & Adolphus Mekas at the New York Film Festival in 1963, Image Gallery, Interviews: Wendy Craig (actor), Sarah Miles (actor), Stephen Woolley (producer), Douglas Slocombe (cinematographer), Harold Pinter (writer), Joseph Losey (director), James Fox (actor), Trailers