Because that was the fashion for wealthy, aristocratic men in Georgian era Europe- make-up, powdered wigs, ruffled collars, etc.
Tow is a coarse, broken fibre, which is removed during processing flax.
Yes. The Luck of Barry Lyndon (1844) was written by English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray (1811-1863). It was first published in serial form and reissued under the title The Memoires of Barry Lyndon, Esq.
Thackeray based Barry Lyndon on the Anglo-Irish adventurer Andrew Robinson Stoney (1747-1810).
In the movie, the only reference to Lady Lyndon (Marisa Berenson)'s first name is when she signs the letter giving Barry his yearly dole: "H. Lyndon." In the book, her name is Honoria.
Castle Lyndon was actually filmed at Castle Howard in North Yorkshire, England.
Barry Lyndon, Lady Honoria Lyndon, Chevalier de Balibari, Capt. Potzdorf, Lord Ludd, Sir Charles Lyndon, Captain Feeny, Capt. Grogan, Graham, Lord Bullingdon, and others
What is the plot of Barry Lyndon?
An Irish rogue wins the heart of a rich widow and assumes her dead husband's aristocratic position in 18th-century England.
What was the budget for Barry Lyndon?
$11 million
How much did Barry Lyndon earn at the worldwide box office?
$284,000
What is Barry Lyndon rated?
PG
What genre is Barry Lyndon?
Adventure, Drama, and War
How many awards has Barry Lyndon won?
17 awards
How many awards has Barry Lyndon been nominated for?
