A stunning new 4K restored version of Joseph Losey's 1963 masterpiece The Servant.
Adapted from a short story by Robin Maugham, The Servant was the first of three collaborations between Joseph Losey and famed playwright Harold Pinter. Nominated for five BAFTAs and winning three of them, including Best Actor for Dirk Bogarde and Best Cinematography for Douglas Slocombe, The Servant stands out for its ambitious technique and its willingness to tackle subjects that were unprecedented in British cinema at the time...
Well-to-do builder Tony (James Fox) hires a butler for his London home after returning from a project in the South American jungle. Hugo Barrett (Dirk Bogarde) seems ideal for the job, with good references, years of experience serving several members of the House of Lords, and no shortage of professional demeanor. However, Barrett's presence in the house does not endear him to Susan, who persuades her fiancé Tony to get rid of the inconvenient servant. However, Barrett's position is so strong that he allows his sister Vera (Sarah Miles) to move into the house. His ingenious plan continues...
Search: ""
