The Manchurian Candidate

Directed by John Frankenheimer

A digitally remastered version of John Frankenheimer’s award-winning classic. Featuring an all-star cast, this political suspense thriller centers on the mysterious behaviour of an US Army hero. An American Army patrol, led by Ben Marco (Sinatra) and Raymond Shaw (Harvey), is betrayed during the Korean War behind Red lines and captured by Communist troops. The Americans are cleverly brainwashed and made to believe that they took part in a successful action against the Reds. Back in America, Marco, a major in Army intelligence, is troubled by recurring nightmares in which he sees Shaw murder two of his comrades. Believing that something is wrong about Shaw, Marco starts an investigation to find out the truth…

Duration:
127 minutes

Languages:
English

Country of origin:
USA

Year of production:
1962