Scandal

Scandal

The story that seduced the world is now the most controversial film of the year.

Directed by Michael Caton-Jones

Produced by British Screen Productions, Palace Pictures

1989115 min6.0 / 10

A stylish, seductive drama about ambition, desire, and social transgression in 1960s London, where a young woman's affair with a government minister unravels the lives of everyone involved.

An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom.

Essence

Ensemble

Like Scandal

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Scandal

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Scandal, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Scandal, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Scandal, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.