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A mystery writer is intrigued by the tale of notorious criminal Dimitrios Makropolous, whose dead body was found washed up on the shore in Istanbul. He decides to follow the career of Dimitrios around Europe, in order to learn more about the man. Along the way he is joined by the mysterious Mr. Peters, who has his own motivation.
A writer of sensationalist crime novels becomes fascinated by the legendary international criminal, Dimitrios Makropoulos. When he travels to Istanbul to research Dimitrios, he gets drawn into a dangerous web of deceit, double-crosses, and murder, as he tries to piece together the criminal's life and ascertain whether Dimitrios is still alive or dead.
The Mask of Dimitrios was generally well-received by critics for its atmospheric direction, compelling performances, particularly from Lorre and Greenstreet, and its intricate, suspenseful plot. It's often cited as one of the better examples of Warner Bros.' output in the film noir genre.
Praised for its complex, globe-trotting mystery plot.
Lauded for the compelling performances of its lead actors.
Noted for its atmospheric direction and noir sensibilities.
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This film is notable for being one of the earliest appearances of Lauren Bacall, who had a small but significant role, though it was not her official screen debut which was in 'To Have and Have Not' (1944).
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A Coffin for Dimitrios. The Mask of Dimitrios is directed by Jean Negulesco and adapted to screenplay by Frank Gruber from the novel "A Coffin for Dimitrios" written by Eric Ambler. It stars Sydney Greenstreet, Peter Lorre, Zachary Scott...