Review of The Third Man (1949) by Mj C — 24 Mar 2013
Atmospheric, wryly funny, always surprising. The Third Man never disappoints. Welles is a compelling presence both on and behind the screen. Though directed by Carol Reed, one easily sees the hand of Welles throughout the production, even to the casting of one of Welles' most perennial co-stars, Joseph Cotten, as Holly Martins, the hapless pulp Western author who manages to stumble upon the truth of his friend's death.
If you're looking for a thriller with a hero who solves as many (or more) problems with his fists as with his brains, you won't find him here. If you're looking for flying bullets, explosions and breaking glass, go elsewhere. But if you want a film that intrigues and amuses, a film with a strong, but battered heart, you've found it.
This review of The Third Man (1949) was written by Mj C on 24 Mar 2013.
The Third Man has generally received very positive reviews.
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