The Third Man by Graham Greene
In post-WWII Vienna, an American writer investigates the mysterious death of his friend.
Summary
The Third Man is a 1949 British film noir directed by Carol Reed and written by Graham Greene. It stars Joseph Cotten as Holly Martins, an American writer who arrives in post-WWII Vienna to visit his friend Harry Lime, only to find out that he has recently died in a suspicious accident. Holly then begins to investigate the circumstances of Harry's death, and soon finds himself in the middle of a dangerous criminal underworld.
Interpretation
The Third Man is a classic film noir that explores themes of morality, guilt, and redemption. It is a story of a man who is forced to confront the darkness of his own soul, and ultimately finds redemption in the end.
Who is this book for?
The Third Man is suitable for adults and mature teens.
Keywords
Film, Noir, Mystery, Morality, Redemption