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  1. The Third Man is a 1949 British film noir directed by Carol Reed, written by Graham Greene, and starring Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Orson Welles and Trevor Howard.Set in post-World War II Allied-occupied Vienna, the film centres on American writer Holly Martins (Cotten), who arrives in the city to accept a job with his friend Harry Lime (Welles), only to learn that he has died.

  2. Jun 25, 2015 · Rialto Pictures’ new 4K renovation of “The Third Man” is now playing at Film Forum in New York, Ritz at the Bourse in Philadelphia and the AFI Silver Theatre in Silver Spring, Md. It opens ...

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  3. Oct 11, 2024 · Classic Cinema Facts. Film Noir Facts. 1+. Source: MUBI. The Third Man is a classic film noir masterpiece that has captivated audiences since its release in 1949. Directed by Carol Reed and written by Graham Greene, this iconic movie continues to be praised for its atmospheric setting, gripping storyline, and unforgettable performances.

  4. Certainly Holly has fallen in love with her, although his trusting Yankee heart is no match for her defenses. “The Third Man” (1949) was made by men who knew the devastation of Europe at first hand. Carol Reed worked for the British Army’s wartime documentary unit, and the screenplay was by Graham Greene, who not only wrote about spies ...

  5. Sep 8, 2024 · The Third Man remains the definitive noir, setting the standard for the genre and leaving a lasting impact on cinema.

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  6. The Third Man filming location: Harry Lime’s “cuckoo clock” speech on the ferris wheel: Riesenrad, Prater, Vienna, Austria. Fans of the Carol Reed classic have been visiting the setting of Vienna since the film was released in 1948, giving rise to one of the first and most enduring film location tours. The city, as press releases love to ...

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  8. Apr 2, 2015 · The Third Man. Pulp novelist Holly Martins travels to shadowy, postwar Vienna, only to find himself investigating the mysterious death of an old friend, black-market opportunist Harry Lime—and thus begins this legendary tale of love, deception, and murder. Thanks to brilliant performances by Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, and Orson Welles; Anton ...

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