The Third Man

Movie • 1949

6mo

Vienna's shadowy postwar streets create an unforgettable backdrop in this gripping classic. Orson Welles's entrance is pure cinematic magic.

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oliviawatches shared

Gorgeous shadows, unforgettable zither score. Pure film-noir perfection.

oliviawatches shared

Vienna shadows, haunting zither, and Orson Welles’ unforgettable entrance.

alexreed shared

With iconic shadow-drenched cinematography and a labyrinthine plot, this noir classic demands a chessmaster’s attention to detail and moral ambiguity. Every tilted frame is a clue; every motive is a question mark.

EllaGreen_ shared

This iconic noir adaptation—written by Graham Greene—offers labyrinthine intrigue, unforgettable visuals, and a sinister atmosphere that lingers long after the credits roll.

EllaGreen_ shared

Vienna’s shadowed streets set the stage for this labyrinthine thriller—a must for lovers of atmospheric noir intrigue.

MovieZine shared

RECENSION. Ett dödsfall sker i Wien och den avlidnes vän undersöker det i den klassiska film noirthrillern "Den tredje mannen" från 1949. Högklassigt skådespel bär stabilt genom en labyrint av hemligheter och imponerande scenbyggen.

DramaQueen23 shared

Sophisticated noir masterpiece set in post-war Vienna.

CineSam shared

A quintessential film noir set in post-World War II Vienna, known for its unique cinematography and gripping storyline.

CineSam shared

This stylish thriller set in post-war Vienna is a must-see for fans of the genre.

sarahwils shared

The atmospheric cinematography and unique use of light and shadows perfectly complement the mysterious storyline set in post-WWII Vienna.

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This atmospheric mystery film, directed by Carol Reed, takes place in post-World War II Vienna and follows a writer's investigation into the mysterious death of his friend. With its unique visual style and intriguing storyline, it has become a revered classic in the genre.

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Overview

In 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.