Mr Leyden (Peter Lorre) is a famous crime author who takes an interest in the story of Dimitrios (Zachary Scott) when his body is washed up on shore. He delves into the past and meets various characters who give him snippets of information about the life that Dimitrios lived. However, he is unwittingly becoming involved in a plot......
The film is OK as entertainment but a little confusing at times as we are not really sure where the film is heading with several flashback sequences. Sydney Greenstreet's character as "Mr Peters" adds to the confusion with his peculiar dialogue. Peter Lorre is always fun to watch while Zachary Scott makes an effective baddie as Dimitrios. Greenstreet and Lorre have good chemistry in their scenes together - almost like lovers. There isn't really a good female role in this film - it's the Greenstreet and Lorre show - and the film lacks excitement.
The film is OK as entertainment but a little confusing at times as we are not really sure where the film is heading with several flashback sequences. Sydney Greenstreet's character as "Mr Peters" adds to the confusion with his peculiar dialogue. Peter Lorre is always fun to watch while Zachary Scott makes an effective baddie as Dimitrios. Greenstreet and Lorre have good chemistry in their scenes together - almost like lovers. There isn't really a good female role in this film - it's the Greenstreet and Lorre show - and the film lacks excitement.