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Marnie
(1964)
Tippi Hendren's avoids getting pecked to death from
birds this time, but the ice queen has to deal with
Sean Connerly in this interesting film. |
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Paradine Case, The (1947)
Although Selznick has a far larger role controlling the film than Hitch was comfortable with, the Master's touches continue to shine through, fore-shadowing far better work to come. |
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Birds,
The (1963)
A mean spirited and cruel film? A symbolic treatise
about overprotective mothers? Whatever--it's definitely
metaphorical and a fan favorite. |
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Notorious (1946)
A true work of art that ranks among the most gorgeous and technically perfect black and white films ever shot, this works as suspense thriller and tightly woven love story combined. |
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Psycho
(1960)
Original "slasher" flick has become an iconic
landmark. Hitch takes the viewer on an unforgettable
"roller coaster" ride that has re-worked
the cinematic landscape. |
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Spellbound (1945)
Hitchcock refers to this as "another manhunt story wrapped up in pseudo-psychoanalysis." Not his best, but Hitch's themes and technique continue to shine. |
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North
by Northwest (1959)
Quintessential Hitchcock that showcases the best of
Cary Grant's talent. It's a highly entertaining spy
thriller, romance, and comedy that ends up on Mt.
Rushmore. |
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Shadow of a Doubt (1943)
Before David Lynch's surreal and dark Blue Velvet, Hitchcock explored similar territory in 1943. The idea of bringing menace to a small town really appealled to the Master. |
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Vertigo
(1958)
Perverse psycho-thriller ranks among the best films
of all time, and has been recognized as such by Sight
and Sound. It stands as a landmark chronicle about
the obsessive pursuit of love. |
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Suspicion (1941)
Does Cary Grant love her or is he going to kill her? A young wife isn't sure, and you won't be either until the final reel (understandable since Hitch debates the same thing himself). |
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Man
Who Knew Too Much, The (1956)
A re-shooting of his 1934 film starring Jimmy Stewart
and Doris Day, most notable for supplying the singer
with her lifelong theme song. |
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Foreign Correspondent (1940)
Underrated "propaganda" film urges victory over Hitler and the evil axis. It continues to stand up as a fine spy thriller with quintessential Hitchcockian characters, suspense, and innovative camera technique |
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Trouble
with Harry, The (1955)
Change of pace for the Master of Suspense--although
his hilarious romantic comedy does revolve around
a dead man. |
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Rebecca (1940)
Some memorable shots, and Mrs. Danvers is unforgettable enough to land an Oscar nomination. The film won Best Picture as well but didn't land Hitch a Director's award (but Selznick controlled the project anyway). |
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Rear
Window (1954)
Voyeuristic thriller takes place primarily from Jimmy
Stewart's apartment window, as he observes the comings
and goings of his neighbors . . . and perhaps witnesses
a murder. |
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Jamaica Inn (1939)
Hitch thinks the film absurd and never liked it. The film serves primarily as a vanity piece for Charles Laughton, who chews up all his scenes and perfects a campy walk. |
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Dial M for Murder (1954)
Never have a pair of scissors come in more handy than in this adaptation from the stage play. An ex tennis player quickly changes plans when his wife killing plot runs foul. |
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Lady Vanishes, The (1938)
You never know when intrigue and mystery will hit. A couple befriends a delightful old lady on a train, but she disappears en route--and nobody else seems to remember her. |
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I Confess (1953)
Will a Catholic priest violate the tenants of a confessional when he becomes the chief suspect in a murder? Vastly under-rated and unappreciated Hitchcock masterpiece. |
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Young
and Innocent (1937)
Lightly regarded work, this British period film still
contains Hitch's signature wit and virtuoso camera
work. Once again an innocent man runs from the law
with the help of a beautiful woman |
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Strangers on a Train (1951)
A chance meeting on a train propels an innocent man into a vortex of murder and intrigue. The project matches Patricia Highsmith material with the Master. |
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Steps, The (1935)
Classic introduction to a favorite Hitchcock theme--an
innocent man just happens to be in the wrong place
at the wrong time, and is accused of murder--commonplace
in the world of spies and secret agents.. |
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Rope (1948)
Experimental film that film students will forever dissect. The 80 minute movie appears to be done on a single location in one take--see if you can spot the editing cuts. |
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Lodger,
The (1927)
First true Hitchcockian thriller is full of the Master's
favorite devices and themes. The tightly constructed
83-minute thriller is a damned fine piece of filmmaking! |
