The Fallen Idol
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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.
- Director
- Carol Reed
- Signature
- Drama · Tension · Craft
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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.
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- Release date
- Sep 30, 1948
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
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- Language
- English, French
- Country
- United Kingdom
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