Peter Greenaway became a director of international status with this witty, stylised, erotic country house murder mystery.
Extravagant costumes, a twisting plot, elegantly barbed dialogue and a mesmerising score by Michael Nyman make the film a treat for ear, eye and mind.
Newly remastered in 4K by the BFI National Archive, The Draughtsman’s Contract returns to cinemas this November as part of a touring package to coincide with a BFI retrospective celebrating Greenaway’s career and legacy.
The Draughtsman’s Contract (1982) in cinemas from 11 November
