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By Nick M (1,532) on 26 Mar 2008

A great story about lies and misunderstanding…

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By Nannina G (22) on 26 Mar 2008

A great story about lies and misunderstanding…

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By Ed Q (179) on 20 Mar 2008

Pristine photography and strong performances complement the sharp script, which explores issues of truth, deceit, and the separation between…

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By Noble D (14) on 17 Mar 2008

Greene's writing here is flawless. In a plot in which very little actually occurs he builds a suspenseful story which engages the viewer…

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By Justin J (698) on 12 Mar 2008

An excellent post-war gem. I was going to kill Graham Greene (if he weren't already dead) for having Baines kill himself…

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By Jeremy S (1,980) on 04 Mar 2008

Stylish thriller of lies, deceit and innocence. Ralphy is smashing as lil' Bobby Henrey's idol…

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By Joshua T (431) on 23 Feb 2008

Wonderful acting from Mr Richardson and Mrs Dresedel as well as Mr Henrey (though I am not surprised that some people find him annoying), some…

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By Elliot G (103) on 02 Feb 2008

Starts out sweet but then makes sharp hints at the adult world that surrounds the child and then all the tension and...wow…

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By Anton J (6) on 27 Jan 2008

Magnificent film. Superb acting. Beautifully handled by Reed at his peak…

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By Neil H (150) on 21 Jan 2008

I think I really like anything that Graham Greene is involved in…

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By Jeff H (1,831) on 17 Dec 2007

With more suspense and twists than half the thrillers out there today. Bobby Henrey would eat HJO for breakfast…

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By Jason B (1,741) on 16 Dec 2007

I thought it was good, but I wanted something more like The Third Man, but it is better than Our Man In Havana…

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By Jon G (407) on 12 Dec 2007

Just before Sir Carol Reed embarked on the Viennese odyssey of making the Third Man, he and Graham Greene collaborated on this little gem…

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By Robert W (1,190) on 04 Dec 2007

When I first saw this movie, I was very impressed. A second viewing dimmed my initial impression somewhat…

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By Trevor R (511) on 22 Oct 2007

This is great storytelling. Instant drama when you tell a story thru the POV of a 6yo making his way in a very adult world. A must-see for writers…

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By Nadeem M (104) on 18 Oct 2007

Great little film about a boy and how his well-intentioned lies lead into more and more problems…

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By Donovan D (139) on 09 Sep 2007

A strong and powerful coming-of-age story that is directed picture-perfect by Carol Reed, the Third Man director…

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By Michael F (1,296) on 03 Sep 2007

I love THE THIRD MAN, but Carol Reed & Graham Greene never did better than this…

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By Rider L (2) on 01 Sep 2007

A great Carol Reed movie. A very clear triangle of characters is formed and is very engaging…

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By Noah R (224) on 21 Aug 2007

Why is everyone comparing this to The Third Man? Let it stand on its own for God's sake…

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