(1955)1955 | The Prisoner

Probing for a "crack" in the Cardinal’s soul, eventually exploiting his pride and hidden self-loathing .

Ultimately, the Cardinal is "broken" not by lies, but by having his own uncertainties and past sins turned against him. The Prisoner (1955) - IMDb The Prisoner (1955)1955

The interrogator avoids physical torture, knowing the Cardinal's legendary indomitability. Instead, he employs psychological warfare: Probing for a "crack" in the Cardinal’s soul,