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The Heart of the Matter
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The Heart of the Matter

1953
Directed byGeorge More O'Ferrall
1h 45m

Based on Graham Greene’s novel, a married colonial police chief struggles with his conscience when he has an affair with a younger woman.

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Trevor HowardHarry ScobieElizabeth AllanLouise ScobieDenholm ElliottWilson
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Peter Finch
Father Rank
Maria SchellHelen Rolt
Gérard OuryYusef
George CoulourisPortuguese Captain
Michael HordernCommissioner
Jane HendersonMiss Malcot (uncredited)
Earl CameronAli
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GENRES
Drama
STATUSReleased
RATING
6.5

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