Basil Hallward

Basil Hallward is a fictional character appearing in the 2009 film Dorian Gray. He is portrayed by Ben Chaplin.
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== Biography ==
He is an artist living in Victorian England, where art is highly valued but artists are not always appreciated. He is a highly talented painter and finds a patron in Dorian Gray, who quickly becomes his muse. Basil is fascinated by beauty, art, and goodness, and he attempts to capture these qualities in a painting of Dorian.
== Personality ==
He is a highly creative individual with a deep sensitivity to the world around him. He is also idealistic and is deeply influenced by beauty, both in art and in people, but also places a strong emphasis on morality.
==Appearances==
*Dorian Gray (2009)
Category:Characters
Category:Male characters
Category:Dorian Gray characters
Category:Characters portrayed by Ben Chaplin