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The Servant is a 1963 British film, directed by Joseph Losey and starring Dirk Bogarde, Sarah Miles, Wendy Craig, and James Fox.

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The film, based on the book of the same name by Robin Maugham, is a tightly woven psychological drama that centers around the relationships between the four central characters. The intricacies of class, servitude, and ennui are examined and exploded.

Barrett initially appears to take to his new job with ease. He and Tony (Fox) form a quiet sort of bond that nevertheless maintains their social roles. Things slowly start to go haywire, however, at the introduction of Tony's emotionally stilted girlfriend, Susan (Wendy Craig). She seems to loathe Barrett and all that he represents.

This film explores aspects of class, ennui, and servitude in a scenario where all the major players appear bored with playing out their social roles.

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