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The Man Who Knew Too Much
Suspense, drama and mystery, a typical Hitchcock film. That’s by no means a bad thing, as he’s one of the greatest directors of all time. The story is unique, with a clever plot which keeps you interested throughout. This is a remake, but I haven’t seen the original yet so I can’t compare. For me the final act went on for a bit too long, but the acting was fantastic, Jimmy Stewart and Doris Day stealing the show. The kid actor is... interesting but to be fair he’s only very young. Overall it’s a good picture and a treat for any Hitchcock fan.
The Man Who Knew Too Much
A remake of Hitchcock’s own 1934 film of the same name, The Man Who Knew Too Much may not be one of his most famous works, but it’s a clear example of a director in full control of his craft. Starring longtime acting collaborator James Stewart and the bewitching Doris Day as Dr. Ben and Jo Conway McKenna, a couple who is pulled into a web of mysteries, thrills, and suspense—exactly where Hitchcock’s cinematic sensibilities live. It’s a well-made film; that much is obvious. Shot by Robert Burks, another trusted Hitchcock hand, The Man Who Knew Too Much boasts standout cinematography—especially in the first half, shot on location in Marrakech, Morocco. Blocking, a lost art nowadays, is deployed with ease here; lighting is striking; camerawork feels direct and purposeful. The whole thing plays like a formal exercise in craftsmanship—and I guess that’s where my reservations start. For as well-made, well-acted, and well-shot as this is, The Man Who Knew Too Much feels familiar and a touch too redundant within Hitchcock’s prestigious body of work. That being said, the finale features some of the best suspense work I’ve seen in a very long time—the lack of dialogue, the reveal of the gun barrel behind the curtain—so kudos to that. • Watched in 2025 — Ranked (https://boxd.it/C7Jq6)
The Man Who Knew Too Much
one thing about hitchcock films is the police are gonna suck at their jobs regardless of the country
The Man Who Knew Too Much
not a gigantic fan of british era hitch…then again i’m not fangirling over american era hitch either.
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