The Draughtsman's Contract

The Draughtsman's Contract is a 1982 film written and directed by Peter Greenaway. The film is a period piece set in 1694. It was originally produced for Channel 4. The score was by Michael Nyman, and borrows extensively from Henry Purcell. The film features pastiche language from the period, making it difficult for some to understand and leaving it vulnerable to scrutiny from language experts. Greenaway wrote the script himself. It also uses extensive and elaborate costume designs, but has most of the action shot on location in the formal gardens and maze of Groombridge Place Garden, making effective use of a limited budget.

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1982 - Film - Peter Greenaway - 1694 - Channel 4 - Michael Nyman - Henry Purcell

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