‘Sabotage’ (1936) puts Hitchockian traits in a tidy package
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): With its vibrant setting amid the London streets, this is an energetic and entertaining Thirties suspenser.
Author: John Hansen
‘Sabotage’ (1936) puts Hitchockian traits in a tidy package
‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ (2019) introduces young readers to the genre
Book club book report: Despite its basic nature, Holly Jackson’s debut novel is a page-turning whodunit for adults, too.
‘Crazy/Beautiful’ (2001) adds earthy appeal to the ‘troubled teen’ subgenre
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This is one of Kirsten Dunst’s many standout turns from the era, and Jay Hernandez and Bruce Davison are also crazy-good.
Hitchcock improves on his own ‘The Man Who Knew Too Much’ (1934, 1956)
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie reviews): Hitchcock knew a lot more about moviemaking by the time he took a second crack at this story of an average family thrown into international intrigue.
‘Family Plot’ (1976) is a diamond to close Hitchcock’s career
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Barbara Harris, Bruce Dern and William Devane are a blast to watch in this thriller about dual criminal couples.
According to me, ‘According to Greta’ (2009) is Duff’s best film
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): A stellar supporting cast helps make this into a heartfelt movie about a teen with mental health issues.
‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ expands Godzilla lore
TV review: If you want more than just monsters from your “Godzilla” stories, “Monarch” adds a substantial dose of humanity. Plus monsters.
Mix of romance, psychology, mystery leaves a viewer ‘Spellbound’ (1945)
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): The chemistry of Bergman and Peck propels this early filmic exploration of the human mind.
‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ (1941) should break up over being unfunny
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Hitchcock is the Master of Suspense, but this stultifying piece of evidence suggests he’s not the Master of Comedy.
‘Kolchak’ mixes with zombies, Frankenstein in ‘Monsters Among Us!’ (2009)
‘Kolchak’ flashback (Comic book review): The monsters are classic and Kolchak is also in vintage form in this solid Moonstone collection of two tales.