The 3rd Voice
The 3rd Voice

The 3rd Voice

1960Movie79 minEnglish

Marian Forbes has been having an affair with her boss and when he drops her for another woman. In an act of jealousy and greed she convinces an acquaintance to murder her former lover and then impersonate him just long enough to get their hands on a large sum of money.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Clarence BrownGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A man, haunted by the voice of his dead wife, finds himself drawn into a dangerous conspiracy. He struggles to discern reality from hallucination as he investigates a series of mysterious events. The film explores themes of grief, paranoia, and the blurring lines between life and death.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, "The 3rd Voice" received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its plot convoluted and its suspenseful elements underdeveloped. While some appreciated the psychological tension, the majority felt the film failed to deliver on its promising premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a confusing and often implausible storyline.
  • Suspense is attempted but rarely achieved, leading to a disappointing viewing experience.
  • The performances are decent, but cannot salvage the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The 3rd Voice' is largely unavailable in public archives, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the last directed by Clarence Brown, a veteran director known for his work with Greta Garbo.

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