The Third Man (1949)

Directors:

Carol Reed

Writers:

Graham Greene

Actors:

Brother Theodore, Jenny Werner, Karel Stepanek, Hugo Schuster, Frederick Schrecker, Annie Rosar

Synopsis:

In postwar Vienna, Austria, Holly Martins, a writer of pulp Westerns, arrives penniless as a guest of his childhood chum Harry Lime, only to learn he has died. Martins develops a conspiracy theory after learning of a "third man" present at the time of Harry's death, running into interference from British officer Major Calloway, and falling head-over-heels for Harry's grief-stricken lover, Anna.
  • Mystery
  • Thriller
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74

The Third Man (1949)

Welles' insidious character is memorable, especially in his famous monologue. The zither adds a unique mix to the fantastic score. The cinematography is peculiar, yet noteworthy. [6/52]
adamlazz
March 6, 2015