Tingling political paranoia thriller about strange aftermath of a Korean war hero’s decoration and his mother’s machinations to promote her Joseph McCarthy-like husband’s career. Harrowing presentation of Richard Condon story (adapted by George Axelrod). Purchased by Frank Sinatra, the film was hidden from view until after Sinatra’s death. Rereleased theatrically in 1987.

1962

Movie

1.75:1

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