About the Film
R. Neville, a brash young draftsman, is hired to make a dozen landscape illustrations at the estate of Mr Herbert and his wife Virginia. Aside from monetary compensation, the arrangement includes a sexual liaison offered to Neville by Virginia while her estranged husband is away. But when the murdered body of Mr Herbert is discovered at the estate, mysterious clues found in Neville's drawings point to the identity of the killer.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Draughtsman's Contract is a captivating and well-crafted history and mystery and comedy movie from 1982. Directed by Peter Greenaway, and starring Anthony Higgins, Janet Suzman, Dave Hill R.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.1/10, The Draughtsman's Contract delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded History landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends history with mystery elements, The Draughtsman's Contract deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Production Specs
Top Billed Cast
Actors Also In
Anthony Higgins
Notable Career Works
1981
1985
2010
1993
Janet Suzman
Notable Career Works
1990
2023
1989
1971
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