A Life of Hitchcock

Author: Migeul Gligene
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: The dialogue in Hitchcock's films is the most exquisite in the world, and the expression of cinematic language is unparalleled. Like other few cinematic geniuses, he made a tremendous contribution to the development of the film industry. — André Bazin, French film theorist
He is a man who acts on instinct. In his more than 50 films, he presents a world that is uniquely his own. In his mind, he possesses fantasies, troubles, and prejudices that are not common to most people, but he successfully transfers them to the screen for the audience. The films he made have a physiological effect on the audience's perceptions. All creative arts dream of being accepted by society without abandoning their artistic ideals, and Hitchcock is the film director who best resolved the issue of communication with the public. — Fran?ois Truffaut, French director
Hitchcock is a dominant figure in the first 100 years of film history. With 60 years in the industry and directing more than 60 films, he is recognized as a master of thrillers and suspense. He pursues his dreams with both ambition and skill. Hitchcock, a name that will never fade in film history. Just as his most exquisite films are, Hitchcock's life is also a drama with interconnected scenes, its core being love stories, black humor, and high-stakes suspense: he is one of the most creative figures in film history, yet little is known about him. This biography provides the most authoritative description of his life.
This versatile film master constantly pushes the boundaries of his art. This passionate collaborator, who casually calls actors "beasts," yet unleashes the acting talents of Gary Grant, James Stewart, Ingrid Bergman, and Grace Kelly. This insatiable provocateur, who tests the audience's endurance with a cocktail of sex and violence. He loves music, mystery novels, and melodramas; he is infatuated with blonde beauties, fine dining, the terror of murder, and idealized love; he is an obsessive romantic, a prankster, a voyeur, yet also a good husband and a dedicated worker.
It is believed that any fan of Hitchcock can learn about the birth of every classic film from this book; experience the creation of immortal masterpieces such as The 39 Steps, The Birds, Rear Window, Vertigo, North by Northwest, and Psycho; uncover the behind-the-scenes stories that are little known, and relive the unforgettable moments of their close connection with the film.