When the picture begins, a blind rich guy has been dedicating himself and his fortune to building a new cricket stadium in memory of his son, Simon, who was killed during WWII. However, there's a bit of a problem with this. Unbeknownst to the old guy, the son is very much alive and he shows up to beg for some money from his 'widow' just before the stadium is dedicated. Where was he and why was he gone? It turns out Simon was a cowardly deserter who ran away to save his butt. And, through the course of the film, it becomes apparent he's a career criminal and sociopath! He's also there to shake down his poor wife now that she has remarried! And this is all learned rather early in the film. So what is next?
Nigel Patrick is exceptional in this film as Simon. Slimy, nasty and 100% unrepentant! And, in the process he makes everyone watching the film hate him thoroughly! Stephen Murray is also excellent as Simon's father...particularly when he realizes what's afoot and confronts his wayward son. All in all, this is one terrific film and I am glad I saw it. Quite the thriller and quite the finale!!
Nigel Patrick is exceptional in this film as Simon. Slimy, nasty and 100% unrepentant! And, in the process he makes everyone watching the film hate him thoroughly! Stephen Murray is also excellent as Simon's father...particularly when he realizes what's afoot and confronts his wayward son. All in all, this is one terrific film and I am glad I saw it. Quite the thriller and quite the finale!!