
Ace in the Hole
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In this gripping drama directed by Billy Wilder, Kirk Douglas stars as a cynical and ambitious journalist who stumbles upon a man trapped in a cave and sees it as an opportunity to revive his career. As the media circus grows, the situation spirals out of control, revealing the darker side of human nature and the media’s influence. The film is a sharp critique of sensationalism and the lengths people will go for a story. Although it did not win any major awards, it remains a powerful and thought-provoking piece of cinema. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 51min
Views:492
Release:1951
Release Date:1951-06-29
Genre:Best Dramas, Best Film-Noir, Drama, Film-Noir, Rescue
Director:Billy Wilder
Actors:Frances Dominguez, Frank Cady, Jan Sterling, John Berkes, Kirk Douglas, Lewis Martin, Porter Hall, Ray Teal, Richard Benedict, Robert Arthur
Country:United States of America
Company:Paramount Pictures
Awards:Nominated for 1 Oscar, 5 wins & 3 nominations total
Budget:$1,800,000
Worldwide Gross:$2,300,000
TMDB:7.8
Rotten Tomatoes:90%
FilmAffinity:8.0
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