The Third Man

Set in post-World War II Vienna, this film follows American writer Holly Martins as he arrives in the city to meet his old friend, Harry Lime, only to find that Lime has died under mysterious circumstances. As Martins delves deeper into the murky underworld of Vienna, he uncovers a web of intrigue and deception. The film stars Joseph Cotten and Orson Welles, whose enigmatic performance as Lime is particularly memorable. Directed by Carol Reed, it is renowned for its atmospheric cinematography and iconic zither score by Anton Karas. The film won the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival and is available to watch for free on Soap2day.