Wilde

“Loved for being unique. Hated for being different.”

Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde debuts 'The Importance of Being Earnest' in London, and a chat at the theatre with Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas leads to a full-fledged romance. However, this affair leads to a legal dispute with Lord Alfred's oppressive father, the Marquess of Queensberry, and, given the local anti-gay laws, Wilde is jailed. Wilde's vast intellect helps him survive until he regains his freedom.

Screenplay

Julian Mitchell

Music

Arthur Sullivan

Director

Brian Gilbert

Music

Debbie Wiseman

Status

Released

Release date

01/09/1997

Original language

English

Budget

US$ 10 M

Box office

US$ 2 M