
The Men Who Made the Movies: Alfred Hitchcock
1973

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Limited
1990
PG-13Runtime
40 minutes
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This documentary is primarily a technical and biographical examination of Alfred Hitchcock's filmmaking methods. It focuses on the historical techniques and does not engage with contemporary social issues. Consequently, the film reflects the era's cinematic norms and lacks engagement with modern perspectives on identity and power dynamics.
Category Breakdown
The documentary focuses on the technical aspects of Alfred Hitchcock's filmmaking and does not include LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It does not address issues related to the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender or include critiques of traditional relationships.
The film highlights the 'Hitchcock Blonde' and the director's use of female characters but does not challenge traditional gender roles or the patriarchal structures evident in Hitchcock's work.
The content reflects the homogeneous casting practices typical of mid-20th century cinema. It does not provide a critique of the lack of diverse representation in Hitchcock's films.
The documentary emphasizes the Western perspective and the concept of the 'auteur theory.' It does not explore anti-institutional or secular themes.
There is no discernible focus on neurodivergence or physical disability. Psychological tension is treated as a technical tool for suspense rather than an exploration of lived disability.
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Official Synopsis
A suspenseful look into the filming techniques of director Alfred Hitchcock.

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