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This is a fine courtroom drama piece with a superb performance by Dirk Bogarde in three roles. Although nominated only for a Sound Oscar (deserved- the sound mixing was excellent), it should have earned nods for Actor and Screenplay as well. Bogarde plays a WWII shattered Lord whose pre-prisoner of war camp escape memories have disappeared. Into his quiet country life comes an old war buddy who is convinced that Sir Mark is not who he says he is, but indeed is an imposter - a look alike buddy of both of them who was plotting to knock off Sir Mark and assume his identity. It is a most intriguing premise which has Sir Mark at one point not sure which man he is. Thoroughly enjoyable as drama and entertainment and worth seeking out. Olivia de Havilland as Lady Loddon does well, but it is Bogarde, often acting in flashback with himself in the dual role, that walks away with the acting honors.
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