Summary:
Philippe, a diplomat's son and good friend of Baines the butler, is confused by the complexities and evasions of adult life. He tries to keep secrets but ends up telling them. He lies to protect his friends, even though he knows he should tell the truth. He resolves not to listen to adults' stories any more when Baines is suspected of murdering his wife and no-one will listen to Philippe's vital information.
| Runtime: | 95 min |
|---|---|
| Production: | London Film Productions |
| Genres: | Drama, Mystery, Thriller |
| Country: | UK |
| Languages: | English, French |
| Home Release Date: | Nov 7, 2006 |
| Director | Credit |
|---|---|
| Carol Reed | Director |
| Writer | Credit |
|---|---|
| Graham Greene | Story "The Basement Room" |
| Lesley Storm | Writer |
| William Templeton | Writer |
| Principal Cast | Credit |
|---|---|
| Michèle Morgan | Julie |
| Ralph Richardson | Baines |
| Cast | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bernard Lee | Detective Hart |
| Bobby Henrey | Phillipe |
| Dandy Nichols | Mrs. Patterson |
| Denis O'Dea | Inspector Crowe |
| Geoffrey Keen | Detective Davis |
| Gerard Heinz | Ambassador |
| Jack Hawkins | Detective Ames |
| James Hayter | Perry |
| Joan Young | Mrs. Barrow |
| Karel Stepanek | First Secretary |
| Sonia Dresdel | Mrs. Baines |
| Torin Thatcher | Policeman |
| Walter Fitzgerald | Dr. Fenton |
| Producer | Credit |
|---|---|
| Alexander Korda | Executive Producer |
| Carol Reed | Producer |
| Philip Brandon | Associate Producer |
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