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The Fallen Idol
The Fallen Idol
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THE FALLEN IDOL

Directed by Carol Reed
United Kingdom, 1948
Thriller, Mystery, Drama, Film noir

Synopsis

Philippe, the young son of a diplomat, idolises Baines, his father’s butler. When Baines’ wife is found murdered and Baines is implicated, Philippe tries everything to point the investigation away from the butler. In doing so, he unintentionally makes matters worse for his idol.

Synopsis

Philippe, the young son of a diplomat, idolises Baines, his father’s butler. When Baines’ wife is found murdered and Baines is implicated, Philippe tries everything to point the investigation away from the butler. In doing so, he unintentionally makes matters worse for his idol.