The Fallen Idol
AroView: Celebrated, tasteful British thriller about the muddled attempt of an 8-year-old ambassador’s son to protect the embassy butler (Ralph Richardson) from a charge of murder.
Featuring a realistic child performance, this is otherwise distinguished by subtle direction and a literate script by Graham Greene, based on his short story “The Basement Room”.
Cast
Ralph Richardson (Baines), Michèle Morgan (Julie), Sonia Dresdel (Mrs. Baines), Bobby Henrey (Phillipe)
Director
Languages
English, French
Country
UK
