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The Fallen Idol
1948 1h 36m Carol Reed

The Fallen Idol

★ 7.6 IMDb
Drama Mystery & Thriller
Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
Writer Graham Greene
Cast Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel, Bobby Henrey
DP Georges Périnal
Music William Alwyn
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Awards & Festivals
Nominated Academy Award for Best Director
Nominated Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay
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