Downfall (1964 film)

Downfall is a 1964 British crime film directed by John Moxey and starring John Carson, Delphi Lawrence, and Anton Rodgers. The film centers on a framed businessman who seeks to clear his name after being implicated in a jewel theft. He becomes embroiled in a complex web of deception and double-crossing as he investigates the crime. Key plot points involve mistaken identity, corrupt officials, and a race against time to expose the true perpetrators and recover the stolen jewels. The film is considered a minor entry in the British crime thriller genre of the era, and it is primarily remembered for its cast and director rather than groundbreaking narrative or cinematic innovation.