Suave supercilious Carling (Karel Stepanek) receives several callers to his isolated house, all of whom hold a grudge against him. Next morning a corpse is found, and later identified as his by one of the visitors.
In Rome, a wealthy industrialist, struggling with his marriage and a growing sense of emptiness, encounters a mysterious woman who claims to be a medium. He becomes increasingly drawn into her spiritual world, seeking answers and solace. However, his fascination leads him down a path of obsession, blurring the lines between reality and delusion, and further alienating him from his concerned wife.
Roberto Rossellini's 'The Third Visitor' received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics recognized Rossellini's attempt to explore complex psychological themes and the existential anxieties of the post-war era, many found the film's pacing slow and its narrative somewhat obscure. Ingrid Bergman's performance was often singled out for praise, but the film did not achieve the widespread critical acclaim of Rossellini's earlier neorealist masterpieces.
Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability and discussion of this particular film. However, those who have seen it often comment on the intense atmosphere and the performances, particularly Ingrid Bergman's.
This film marked the second collaboration between director Roberto Rossellini and his wife, actress Ingrid Bergman, following their controversial but impactful 'Stromboli' (1950).
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