The Party 2017
"A comedy of tragic proportions"
Sally Potter's razor-sharp 2017 ensemble comedy-drama, The Party (2017), drops a group of polished London professionals into a living room expecting nothing more than wine and small talk—only to have personal secrets detonate like fireworks in slow motion.
Director: Sally Potter
Cast
Patricia Clarkson
April
Cherry Jones
Martha
Kristin Scott Thomas
Janet
Bruno Ganz
Godfried
Timothy Spall
Bill
Emily Mortimer
Jinny
Cillian Murphy
Tom
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Party (2017) about?
A seemingly ordinary dinner party spirals into chaos when long-buried secrets erupt, exposing the fragile egos and hidden agendas of its high-powered guests. What starts as polite chit-chat quickly descends into a brutal examination of personal and professional betrayal.
Who directed The Party?
The Party was directed by Sally Potter, the acclaimed filmmaker behind international hits like Orlando and Ginger & Rosa.
Who stars in The Party?
The film features powerhouse performances from Patricia Clarkson, Cherry Jones, Kristin Scott Thomas, Bruno Ganz, Timothy Spall, and Emily Mortimer.
Is The Party (2017) worth watching?
With its sharp script and magnetic cast, The Party delivers a brilliantly uneasy laugh while probing deeper questions about authenticity and connection. Its concise 71-minute runtime keeps the tension tight, making it a satisfying watch for fans of intelligent, dialogue-driven comedies.
How long is The Party?
The Party runs for 71 minutes.
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About The Party (2017) — A razor-sharp comedy that turns a dinner party into emotional Armageddon
Sally Potter's razor-sharp 2017 ensemble comedy-drama, The Party (2017), drops a group of polished London professionals into a living room expecting nothing more than wine and small talk—only to have personal secrets detonate like fireworks in slow motion. What begins as a light-hearted celebration of success spirals into a darkly comic dissection of trust, morality, and the brittle veneer of polite society. With razor-edged dialogue and unflinching honesty, the film exposes how quickly social masks slip when ambition, envy, and raw emotion collide.
The Party thrives on its confined setting and stellar cast, transforming a single evening into a high-stakes psychological chess match where every move reveals another layer of hypocrisy or desperation. The result is a biting satire of modern life, blending laughter with discomfort and leaving audiences questioning how well they truly know the people they call friends.
