Hitchcock by Susan Smith University Of Sunderland Uk
The author's treatment of the works of the most subtle of all film-makers analyzes the key elements of suspense, humour and tone across the whole of the director's career. Arguing that all three are central to our viewing experience the book aims to demonstrate how Hitchcock's integration of these elements is the key to his success as a filmmaker. Films such as North by Northwest, The Birds, Shadow of a Doubt and Notorious amongst others are examined in detail. The book discusses the idea of the director as a sabateur and the importance of the avoidance of cliche in Hitchcock's narrative.
In its range and precision of reference across the entire spectrum of Hitchcock's work, it is a dazzling performance-- Robin Wood
Susan Smith is Lecturer in Film Studies at the University of Sunderland, UK. She is a contributor to Alfred Hitchcock: Centenary Essays edited by Richard Allen and S, Ishii-Gonzalès (BFI, 1999).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780851707792 |
| ISBN 10 | 0851707793 |
| Title | Hitchcock |
| Author | Susan Smith University Of Sunderland Uk |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2000-05-01 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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