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A Fool And A Hater
Thomas is a good but low intelligence man. He is in love with Urania, a widow, whose stingy husband Sotiris is over a year dead, as the ship he was sailing in, sunk. When Sotiris appears, explaining that he was hiding so as to get the life insurance money. Urania, who already has a love affair, convinces Thomas to murder him, pretending she is in love with him. Thomas indeed tries unsuccessfully. Everything is revealed when Sotiris discovers that the insurance money have been stolen and appears screaming during his memorial service. A trial ensues, where Thomas admits that he is not only an imbecile but 'an imbecile and a half'.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck gambler sees a chance to change his life when he becomes entangled with a beautiful but dangerous woman. As he gets deeper into her world of high stakes and crime, he finds himself in a race against time to survive and escape the consequences of his choices.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'A Fool And A Hater' received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its plot predictable and its characters thinly drawn. However, some praised its gritty atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Jan Sterling and Charles McGraw.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a noir-like atmosphere but often falls short.
Performances by Sterling and McGraw are a highlight, but can't fully elevate the weak script.
The plot is considered derivative and lacks originality.
Google audience: Audience reception is generally lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating the period setting and the performances, while others found the story to be cliché and unengaging.
Fun Fact
The film was shot relatively quickly on a low budget, contributing to some of its perceived shortcomings in production value and polish.
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