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Review title: British espionage melodrama
Product review: Dating from 1971, The Executioner is a British espionage melodrama, in the tradition of The Ipcress File or Funeral in Berlin. The emphasis is on plot and intrigue, although there are also some powerful action sequences, culminating in a climactic gun battle. George Peppard plays a lower-level functionary who apparently discovers a Soviet agent in British intelligence, but his superiors inexplicably respond by exonerating the suspected spy. The visuals, which range from London to Athens, are impressive, and the direction is outstanding. The supporting cast includes Joan Collins and Judy Geeson, both of whom handle their roles well. There are even some surrealist touches, such as the play of lights when the action moves backward and forward in time. This film was underrated at the time of its release, and deserves more recognition.
