Synopsis
Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
Key facts
Original language
French
First release
September 30, 1948
Production companies
London Films
Awards
National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Setting
London
Trailer
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Festival History
- Locarno International Film Festival 2025 generic
- Academy Awards 1950 academy_award
- National Board of Review 1949 generic
- Venice Film Festival 1948 generic
Titles
| Original title | The Fallen Idol | |
| Alternate title | Première désillusion |
Source: Cinémathèque québécoise, linked catalogue data (CC BY 4.0)
