The Vortex
Synopsis
In The Vortex, Coward explores the darker side of the cocktail party set. Emotional blackmail, drug abuse and shattered relationships are minutely observed in this disturbing, early piece from a playwright whose sharp eye was usually more turned towards the light.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Dudley
- Screenplay & Story
- Noël Coward
- Original Title
- The Vortex
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Dudley
Noël Coward
Department Leadership Roster
Noël Coward
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Philip Dudley
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vortex
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What is The Vortex about?
In The Vortex, Coward explores the darker side of the cocktail party set. Emotional blackmail, drug abuse and shattered relationships are minutely observed in this disturbing, early piece from a playwright whose sharp eye was usually more turned towards the light.
Who directed The Vortex?
The Vortex was directed by Philip Dudley.
Who stars in The Vortex?
The principal cast of The Vortex includes Margaret Leighton, Alan Melville, Patrick Barr, Jennifer Daniel, Richard Warwick.
When was The Vortex released and how long is it?
The Vortex was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.