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No Harm's Done
Lalakis is married with Poppe. He goes on a trip to Salonique by train, with his mistress, pretending that he has business there to attend. After his wife found out the truth about the motive of her husbands trip, finally accepts the proposition of Nikos, a man who was in love with her for a long time, and they go to a little village called Thyrassia, which has also a train station. By accident Lalakis and his mistress get down at the same station just to rest a bit but they manage somehow to lose the train. The train station manager hosts both of the couples at his house for the night and unfortunately introduces everybody..
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Plot Summary
A struggling writer, Jack Foster, is blackmailed by a former associate, Johnny Drake, over a past indiscretion involving a woman who is now married to a wealthy industrialist. Foster attempts to extricate himself from the situation, leading to a series of escalating confrontations and moral compromises.
Critical Reception
Released with little fanfare, 'No Harm's Done' received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its plot convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. It is generally considered a lesser-known entry in the film noir genre.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for a predictable and convoluted plot.
Character motivations were often seen as unclear.
Pacing issues were noted, leading to a less engaging experience.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable due to its limited release and age, but existing commentary suggests it's considered an unremarkable film noir.
Fun Fact
W. Lee Wilder, the director, was the older brother of renowned director Billy Wilder, though his own career often operated in the shadow of his more famous sibling.
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