Tag Alfred Hitchcock

Films directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

‘Mary,’ 1931

Hitchcock’s German-language Curiosity Introduction “Mary,” a 1931 German-language film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, is often overlooked in the vast landscape of Hitchcock’s oeuvre. It serves as a fascinating curiosity—essentially a German version of “Murder!”—shot simultaneously with its English-language counterpart. Though…

‘Murder!’ 1930

Hitchcock’s Early Foray into Psychological Thrillers Introduction Released in 1930, “Murder!” holds a special place in Alfred Hitchcock’s early filmography as a seminal attempt to venture into psychological thrillers—a genre he would later master. Adapted from the play “Enter Sir…

‘An Elastic Affair,’ 1930

The Enigma in Hitchcock’s Filmography Introduction “An Elastic Affair,” a short film released in 1930, is an enigmatic entry in Alfred Hitchcock’s expansive body of work. In many respects, it’s considered a “lost film,” as no known copies exist today.…

‘Easy Virtue,’ 1928

Easy Virtue: Hitchcock’s Early Dive into Social Morality Introduction “Easy Virtue,” a 1928 silent film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, is an adaptation of a Noël Coward play that delves into the social stigmas surrounding divorce and scandal. Not typically cited…

‘The Farmer’s Wife,’ 1928

Hitchcock’s Departure into Romantic Comedy Introduction “The Farmer’s Wife,” released in 1928, is an often-overlooked film in Alfred Hitchcock’s early career, mainly because it deviates significantly from the suspenseful and psychologically complex narratives for which he is best known. Based…

‘The Ring,’ 1927

An Early Experiment in Visual Storytelling Introduction “The Ring,” a 1927 British silent film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, stands as a unique entity within the director’s oeuvre. Not only is it Hitchcock’s only original screenplay but also one of his…

‘The Pleasure Garden,’ 1925

A Peek into the Genesis of Hitchcock’s Vision Introduction: A Bold Debut in Silent Cinema Made in 1925, “The Pleasure Garden” is not just Alfred Hitchcock’s directorial debut; it’s a window into the genesis of a filmmaker who would later…

‘The Number 13,’ 1922

The Number 13: A Review That Can Never Be by ChatGPT Introduction It’s important to note that “The Number 13” is an elusive entity in Alfred Hitchcock’s filmography because it was never completed and remains a lost work. Therefore, a…

‘Rope,’ 1948

Hitchcock’s Tense and Unconventional Masterpiece Introduction: Released in 1948, “Rope” is a cinematic experiment that showcases the ingenuity and mastery of Alfred Hitchcock. Known for his suspenseful storytelling, Hitchcock takes a bold departure from conventional filmmaking with “Rope,” experimenting with…