Savages

A tribe of primitive "mudpeople" encounter a croquet ball, rolling through their forest. Following it, they find themselves on a vast, deserted Long Island estate. Entering, they begin to become civilized and assume the stereotypical roles and dress of people at a weekend party. There follows an allegory of upper-class behavior. At last, they begin to devolve toward their original status, and after a battle at croquet, they disappear into the woods.

Release Date

June 27, 1972

Status

Released

Original Title

Savages

Runtime

1h 46min

Budget

Revenue

Language

German, English

Production Companies

Merchant Ivory Productions