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The Fallen Idol (1948)
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While working as a film critic in the 1930s, Graham Greene had first noticed Carol Reed's developing directorial talent. Adapted from Greene's short story The Basement Room, this was the first of their three collaborations as writer and director, and what a minor masterpiece it is. Bobby Henrey gives an exceptional performance as the ambassador's son who attempts to help the butler he idolises. But his actions only land the latter in hot water with the police after the suspicious death of the butler's wife. Credit should also go to Ralph Richardson (as the butler) and Michèle Morgan for allowing the boy to steal every scene in the interest of suspense. DP
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Running time
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91mins
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Country of origin
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UK
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Genre
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Thriller
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Alternate title
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The Lost Illusion
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Original language
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English
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Screenplay
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Graham Greene, Lesley Storm, William Templeton, from the short story The Basement Room by Graham Greene
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Theatrical distributor
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British Lion Film Corp Ltd
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UK cinema certificate
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PG
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UK cinema release date
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July 2006
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| Academy 1949 |
Directing |
Carol Reed |
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| Academy 1949 |
Writing (Screenplay) |
Graham Greene (1) |
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| BFAA 1948 |
Best British Film |
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Winner |
| BFAA 1948 |
Best Film from any Source, British or Foreign |
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