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The Fallen Idol

7.2/10

Rating

96 min

Runtime

1948

Release Year

Carol Reed

Director

Cast

Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel, Bobby Henrey, Denis O'Dea

Quick Synopsis

Phillipe, a young boy living in London as the son of an ambassador, greatly admires his father's butler, Baines, seeing him as a heroic figure. However, Phillipe's view shifts when he unintentionally uncovers a secret that Baines has been hiding. As Phillipe observes the fallout from this secret, he begins to understand how the lies and complexities of the adult world can lead to serious consequences.

Detailed Synopsis of The Fallen Idol

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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