Miss Julie 

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Mike Figgis, 1999 (90 mins, Cert. 15)

Strindberg's classic exploration into class war and sexual politics.  Remaining true to its theatrical origins, this three-hander depicts the tragic events as a young noblewoman remains at home to celebrate midsummer's eve with the house's servants.
(Playhouse Publicity)

The tension in this film is unrelenting as the struggle for dominance between the three characters swings back and forth.  Tightly focussed in a single set, the narrative grips throughout and the whole has an almost theatrical power of involvement.  Although they experience many emotions in the course of the bright night, the three characters remain clearly delineated and totally believeable.  This being predominately a verbal tussle, full of suspense, the few intrusions of violent action have an even greater impact. This is strong meat, superbly presented; not easy viewing but very rewarding.
(Steve Fagg)

Seen: Tuesday, 22nd February, 2001 (Harlow Playhouse)