The Serpent (1973) — AI Story Visualization

The Serpent (1973) Poster

Plot Analysis Summary

A KGB defector's infiltration plot unravels through forensic analysis and psychological deception.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The Defector's Arrival

The List and the Deaths

Cracks in the Facade

The Lie and the Truth

Vlassov is a Soviet spy who defects in France. He is whisked to the U.S, where Allan Davies takes over the case. After polygraph tests and cross-examinations, Vlassov names several Western European agents who are also spying for the Soviets. Davies wants to take the listed agents into custody; meanwhile, those on the list start dying under mysterious circumstances.

Directed by

Henri Verneuil

Key Cast

Rating: 6.1/10 (48 votes)