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The Mark is a British film of genre Drama directed by Guy Green released in USA on 2 october 1961 with Maria Schell
The Mark (1961)
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Add to a movie listReleased in USA 2 october 1961
Length 2h7
Directed by Guy Green
OriginUnited-kingdom
Genres Drama
Rating71%
The Mark is a 1961 film which tells the story of a convicted child molester, now out of prison, who is suspected in the molestation and beating of another child. The picture stars Stuart Whitman, Maria Schell, Rod Steiger and Brenda De Banzie.
Adapted by Sidney Buchman and Stanley Mann from the novel by Charles E. Israel, the movie was directed by Guy Green.
The Mark was selected to compete for a Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and Whitman was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.
Synopsis
Jim Fuller is released from prison after serving time for intent to commit child molestation. He attempts to return to society while dealing with his psychological demons with the help of a psychiatrist, Dr. McNally.Actors
Maria Schell
(Ruth Leighton)
Stuart Whitman
(Jim Fuller)
Rod Steiger
(Doctor McNally)
Brenda De Banzie
(Gertrude Cartwright)
Donald Houston
(Austin)
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