Tag Silent Film

‘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…