Movie

The Man Who Knew Too Much

1956 · 121 min

A masterclass in suspense that keeps you on edge with its slow-burning tension and emotional stakes, culminating in a thrilling set piece.

Tagline: A little knowledge can be a deadly thing!
Overview: An American doctor and his wife, a former singing star, witness a murder while vacationing in Morocco, and are drawn into a twisting plot of international intrigue when their young son is kidnapped.
How it feels: Tense, dark, earnest and warm. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Parenthood, family, conspiracy, deception
Content: Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.
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Tone: tensestrength 3 of 3
darkstrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
warmstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: parenthood
family
conspiracy
deception
loyalty
Places: big city
road trip
single country house
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: twist ending
serialised
Content intensity: Gore none
Language none
Violence mild
Sex none