Review of The Third Man (1949) by Naheed A — 21 Aug 2012
Written by novelist Graham Greene, and directed by Carol Reed. The Third Man is a British film noir. Starring Joseph Cotten and Orson Welles. Film is hailed as one of greatest films ever made in the history of cinema; notably for best performances (Joseph Cotten and Orson Welle); Anton Karas wrote and performed the title music-score.
American writer Holly Martins (Joseph Cotten) reaches Vienna, upon an invitation for job by his childhood friend Harry Lime (Orson Welles), but he comes to find out that he had died in an accident while crossing-roads, but things turn very nasty during his stay in Vienna. There's sinister truth about his friend Harry, and something earth-shaking has been going on around. I don't wanna spoil the movie for the love of mystery it carries.
Filled with superb performances from the lead actors, and chilling cat-and-mouse chase; The Third Man justly holds-back its honorable spot in the world of cinema. This is a pure classic entertainment.
(2nd viewing since 2007).
This review of The Third Man (1949) was written by Naheed A on 21 Aug 2012.
The Third Man has generally received very positive reviews.
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