Another Country (1984 film)

Another Country is a 1984 British romantic historical drama film directed by Marek Kanievska and written by Julian Mitchell, adapted from his 1981 stage play of the same name. The film stars Rupert Everett as Guy Bennett, with Colin Firth making his feature film debut. Loosely inspired by the life of British spy and double agent Guy Burgess, the narrative follows Bennett, a student at an elite English public school in the 1930s, as he confronts the rigid expectations of the institution while grappling with his homosexuality and growing attraction to Marxist ideology.

The film was released theatrically in the United Kingdom on June 1, 1984, and later in the United States by Orion Classics. It received critical acclaim for its performances, screenplay, and exploration of class and identity, though it achieved modest commercial success, grossing approximately $1.98 million in North America.

At the 1984 Cannes Film Festival, the film won the award for Best Artistic Contribution and was also nominated for the Palme d'Or. It received three nominations at the 38th British Academy Film Awards, including Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles (for Everett).