In The Third Man (1949), post-World War II Vienna is a moral maze. Orson Welles’ Harry Lime steals the show with charm and corruption in equal measure, while Carol Reed’s tilted camera angles heightened the story’s paranoia. It’s noir at its most elegant. It’s stylish, cynical, and unforgettable. | Midnight Movie Snack

Anton Karas - Third Man Theme (1950) The 'Third Man Theme,' played on the zither by Anton Karas, is a standout film score from the 1950s. Composed for the film noir 'The Third Man' directed by Carol Reed and starring Orson Welles, it features a haunting yet catchy melody that perfectly encapsulates the film's mysterious, post-war Vienna setting. Karas, a then-unknown Viennese zither player, was discovered by Reed in a local wine tavern. Reed was captivated by the zither's unique sound and chose

Anton Karas - Der Dritte Mann (The Third Man) Harry Lime Theme (1950) The 'Third Man Theme,' played on the zither by Anton Karas, is a standout film score from the 1950s. Composed for the film noir 'The Third Man' directed by Carol Reed and starring Orson Welles, it features a haunting yet catchy melody that perfectly encapsulates the film's mysterious, post-war Vienna setting. Karas, a then-unknown Viennese zither player, was discovered by Reed in a local wine tavern. Reed was captivated by the