The Fallen Idol

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:film
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Third_Man_Films
gptkb:Officer_Phelps
gptkb:Carol_Reed
gptkbp:art_style Distinctive cinematography.
gptkbp:audience Cult following.
Provokes thought.
Captivating storytelling.
gptkbp:awards gptkb:BAFTA_Award_for_Best_British_Film
gptkb:BAFTA_Award_for_Best_Film
gptkb:BAFTA_Award_for_Best_Actor
Nominated for several awards.
gptkbp:based_on gptkb:The_Basement_Room
gptkbp:box_office $1.5 million
gptkbp:character gptkb:Detective
gptkb:Bobby
gptkb:The_Duke
gptkb:Mrs._B
gptkb:The_Boy
gptkb:Philippe
Mr. Baines
Mrs. Baines
Baines
gptkbp:character_arc Philippe's growth.
gptkbp:character_development Complex character arcs.
gptkbp:character_relationships Complex dynamics.
Intricate relationships.
Inner turmoil of characters.
gptkbp:cinematography gptkb:Geoffrey_Unsworth
gptkbp:color black and white
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:critical_reception Positive reviews
positive
gptkbp:cultural_impact influential
considered a classic
Significant in film history.
Considered a classic of British cinema.
gptkbp:cultural_references Referenced in other media.
gptkbp:cultural_significance Reflects societal issues.
gptkbp:directed_by gptkb:Carol_Reed
gptkbp:director gptkb:Carol_Reed
Inspiration for filmmakers.
gptkbp:distributor gptkb:20th_Century_Fox
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
gptkbp:edited_by gptkb:Oswald_Hafenrichter
gptkbp:editor gptkb:Oswald_Hafenrichter
Pacing enhances tension.
gptkbp:film_festival gptkb:film_festival
gptkbp:filming_location gptkb:Borough
gptkb:Westminster
gptkbp:filmography Studied in film courses.
Use of shadows.
gptkbp:genre gptkb:High_School
gptkbp:historical_context Post-war British cinema.
gptkbp:historical_significance Important film in its era.
gptkbp:home_media_release gptkb:DJ
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Fallen Idol
gptkbp:influenced gptkb:The_Third_Man
psychological thrillers
coming-of-age films
Modern thrillers.
mystery genre films
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Italian_neorealism
gptkb:The_Third_Man
film noir
French poetic realism
British neorealism.
gptkbp:influences British cinema
film noir
Graham Greene's writing
gptkbp:inspiration real-life events
Graham Greene's experiences
Graham Greene's experiences.
gptkbp:is_characterized_by Richly developed characters.
gptkbp:is_critical_for analyzed in film studies
Examined in film studies.
gptkbp:is_criticized_for Analyzed for its depth.
gptkbp:is_motivated_by Desire for acceptance.
gptkbp:language English
Sharp and impactful.
gptkbp:legacy influenced future filmmakers
Enduring influence.
Influential in British film history.
gptkbp:music gptkb:William_Alwyn
gptkbp:music_by gptkb:William_Alwyn
gptkbp:narrative_style suspenseful
Non-linear storytelling.
Engaging plot twists.
gptkbp:notable_appearance the ending twist
The confrontation in the basement.
the boy's perspective
the confrontation in the basement
gptkbp:notable_quote " You can't trust anyone."
" It's a matter of life and death."
" I don't want to be a liar."
" You mustn't tell lies."
" The truth is not always the same as the official version."
gptkbp:photography Innovative techniques used.
gptkbp:plot A young boy befriends a diplomat who is suspected of murder.
A young boy becomes involved in a murder investigation.
gptkbp:produced_by gptkb:Carol_Reed
gptkbp:production_company gptkb:London_Film_Productions
gptkbp:release_date April 1948
April 1950
gptkbp:release_format Theatrical release
gptkbp:release_year 1948
1950
gptkbp:released_in 1948
gptkbp:remake gptkb:The_Basement_Room_(TV_film)
gptkb:The_Basement_Room_(1953)
The Fallen Idol (1950)
gptkbp:remastered gptkb:battle
gptkbp:restoration gptkb:project
Restored version available.
gptkbp:runtime 95 minutes
gptkbp:screenplay_by gptkb:Graham_Greene
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Borough
gptkbp:soundtrack gptkb:musical
William Alwyn's score.
gptkbp:starring gptkb:Bobby_Henrey
gptkb:Ralph_Richardson
gptkb:Michèle_Morgan
gptkb:Wendy_Hiller
gptkbp:symbolism The idol as a metaphor.
gptkbp:thematic_element Exploration of loyalty.
gptkbp:theme gptkb:betrayal
gptkb:loyalty
Moral ambiguity
innocence
childhood
Childhood innocence
Trust and betrayal
gptkbp:themes gptkb:betrayal
gptkb:loyalty
innocence
Exploration of morality.
gptkbp:viewing_platform gptkb:music_video
streaming services
theatrical release
gptkbp:visitors Engaging and suspenseful.