The Attendant movie poster

The Attendant

September 10, 1993 0h 8m 3.8/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1993. The Attendant is a fantasy/drama film. directed by Isaac Julien. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Thomas Baptiste, Cleo Sylvestre, and John Wilson

Synopsis

Memory mixes with desire as a museum attendant is caught up in sado-masochistic fantasies inspired by a 19th century painting of slaves in chains called Scene on the coast of Africa. The man remembers his past as a singer and delivers Dido's lament from Purcell's opera.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 10, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 0h 8m 8 minutes total
User Rating 3.8/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Normal Films
  • Channel 4 Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Attendant about?

Memory mixes with desire as a museum attendant is caught up in sado-masochistic fantasies inspired by a 19th century painting of slaves in chains called Scene on the coast of Africa. The man rememb...

Who directed The Attendant?

The Attendant was directed by Isaac Julien.

How long is The Attendant?

The Attendant has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).

When was The Attendant released?

The Attendant was released on September 10, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Attendant?

The main cast of The Attendant includes Thomas Baptiste, Cleo Sylvestre, John Wilson.