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1974 · 127 min Drama
6.5 / 10 · TMDB

Butley is set in Queen Mary’s College, London and focuses on two English instructors, Ben Butley, a middle-aged former T. S. Eliot expert whose life is now in a shambles, and his protégé, Joey, a homosexual. With both Joey and his wife leaving, Butley faces a life alone, fighting back with wit, obscenity and booze.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1974
Country Canada, United States of America, United Kingdom
Genre Drama
Director Harold Pinter
Runtime 127 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.5/10 (12 votes)

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Butley has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1974. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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