Cask Of Amontillado, The (Diff. From 10307)
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Presents a masterpiece of horror, irony and symbolism, based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe. Montresor, an Italian nobleman has endured unspecified insults from Fortunato and, as a result, he plots a fantastic revenge. It is carnival time, and Montresor plays upon Fortunato's vanity and weakness for wine. He leads his drunken "friend" deep into the cellars under his palace where the prized Amontillado wine is supposed to be. There Montresor's revenge is accomplished by burying Fortunato alive. A background of paintings illustrates the story as it is told in the voice of Montresor.
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