Journey into Fear
Journey into Fear

Journey into Fear

1975Movie100 minEnglish

U.S geologist discovers something about Oil that proves VERY threatening to the Turkish and Arab business people.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Daniel MannGenres: Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

An American electrical engineer, Graham Wilson, finds himself entangled in a dangerous plot in Istanbul when he overhears a conversation about an assassination plot. Pursued by assassins and Turkish police alike, he must navigate a treacherous landscape with the help of a cabaret singer and his wife. The film follows his desperate attempts to survive and uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Journey into Fear (1975) received a generally lukewarm reception from critics. While some praised its suspenseful moments and the performances of its seasoned cast, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audience reactions were similarly mixed, with some appreciating the thriller elements and others being disappointed by its execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful chase sequences and exotic setting.
  • Criticized for a confusing and sometimes predictable plot.
  • Performances from the ensemble cast, particularly Zero Mostel and Shelley Winters, were often highlighted.

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Fun Fact

This 1975 film is a remake of the 1943 Orson Welles film of the same name, which was also based on the novel by Eric Ambler.

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Swap a train for a boat, oil for some bullets and we have a rehash of the 1943 Orson Welles version of this story - only this is nowhere near as good. It doesn't really help that the casting lacks for any great clout. Sam Waterston is weak ...