Hitchcock’s ‘Notorious’ (1946) illustrates art of subtle suspense
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): The spy drama is also fascinating as a comparison piece to the actioner “Mission: Impossible II” (2000).
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Hitchcock’s ‘Notorious’ (1946) illustrates art of subtle suspense
‘North by Northwest’ (1959) an early action classic with humor
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): But don’t think about the plot for a moment or this entry in Hitch’s Mount Rushmore will crumble.
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When are the Oscars on TV? The 96th Academy Awards will air at 7 p.m. Eastern Sunday, March 10 on ABC (and ABC.com and the ABC app). It will honor the best films released in 2023. The event will be at […]
Less is more in understated ‘Shadow of a Doubt’ (1943)
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): The thin plot actually serves as a red carpet rolled out so Cotten and Wright can shine.
‘Vertigo’ (1958) a surreal, maybe unreal, masterpiece
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Although it’s arguably imperfect, and certainly has imperfect people in it, it’s perhaps the most fun Hitch film to talk about.
Hollywood takes three shots at ‘Maltese Falcon’ (1931-41)
Sleuthing Sunday (Movie reviews): The 1941 Bogart-starrer is the most famous and best of these adaptations.
‘Rear Window’s’ (1954) views on privacy, spying remain relevant
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): This classic is timeless in the way it comments on human nature and societal standards.
‘Barbie’ doesn’t fully exploit culture-clash humor
Movie review: Greta Gerwig’s gorgeously set-designed Mattel-produced film nonetheless goes surprisingly deep into making fun of itself.
‘Oppenheimer’ is an epic, but not quite the bomb
Movie review: Nolan’s film is so intent to avoid the obvious that it goes deep into the shadows of political maneuverings.
‘Strangers on a Train’ (1951) a first-class suspenser
On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Guy’s situation of having a bothersome person sit next to him is relatable but extreme in this classic thriller.