A man who loves games and theatre invites his wife's lover to meet, setting up a battle of wits with potentially deadly results.
Acting
Olivier and Caine at full throttle—two legends devouring scenery.
Writing
Dialogue so sharp you'll need stitches.
Direction
Mankiewicz lets the camera breathe while the tension suffocates.
Director
Joseph L. Mankiewicz
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