The Solitaire Man

Set in the interwar 1920s, the story follows the aftermath of World War I and the rise of fast-paced, cosmopolitan crime. The seven-year gap since the jewel-heists shows a world still haunted by war, with luxury and risk intersecting in Monte Carlo, Paris, and on a transatlantic flight. Modern mobility—planes and long-distance travel—drives the plot as the criminals try to outpace law enforcement.

The film spans glamorous Monte Carlo and the streets of Paris, where jewel thefts and embassy intrigue set the tone for the Solitaire Man’s world. It then moves to a quiet Devonshire country house where the group plans retirement, before hurtling toward an English airfield-and-plane chase that lands in Croydon. These locales combine high-society glamour with international pursuit, culminating in a transatlantic-fueled escape.

🕵️‍♂️ Deception

The Solitaire Man relies on manipulation and misdirection to outwit investigators and companions alike. Characters constantly conceal motives, switching identities to keep others in the dark. The plot hinges on who can bluff, accuse, or expose others without tipping off the truth.

🎭 High Society

The crime unfolds within a glittering social circle of wealth, elegance, and performative propriety. Aristocrats, socialites, and jetset travelers all play roles that mask greed and jealousy. The veneer of refinement sharpens the tension between want and ethics.

✈️ Flight

Air travel is a catalyst that compresses space and accelerates the chase. The plane sequence turns from a luxurious trip into a strategic battlefield, with fog, lights, and rushed decisions shaping the outcome. Escape, pursuit, and the revelation of loyalties hinge on the aircraft’s confined, high-stakes environment.