The Fallen Idol

The Fallen Idol

The suspense is almost unbearable…

1948 · 96 min · ★ 7.2 · Drama, Thriller

Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.

Directed by Carol Reed · Written by Graham Greene

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