The Third Man
Watch TrailerIn 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.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1949 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Thriller, Mystery |
| Director | Carol Reed |
| Runtime | 105 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.9/10 (2090 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
This is a thriller that respects the viewer: doesn't explain everything, doesn't rush events. Tension is created through atmosphere, not mechanical twists.
A solid choice if you're tired of predictable genre formulas. You can sense the creators were thinking about what they were making.
Good choice for those seeking tense cinema without unnecessary noise.
Director: Carol Reed
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Evening with someone who can handle tension. Don't pause, don't check your phone.
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