Unlock the secrets behind the legendary "Master of Suspense" in this fascinating book of Alfred Hitchcock's rise to greatness.
Marking the 100th anniversary of his directorial debut, "The Young Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class" dives into the early years as well as his golden period of one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Follow Hitchcock's journey as he hones his craft, shaping the art of storytelling and suspense that would leave an indelible mark on cinema.
Author and Hitchcock expert, Tony Lee Moral takes readers - both aspiring filmmakers and curious movie lovers - through the unique methods Hitchcock used to revolutionise directing, screenwriting, storyboarding, filming, editing and marketing. From creating tension filled scenes to framing the perfect shot, discover how his visionary techniques are just as relevant for today's filmmakers and content creators.
The book's cover is taken from the famous Life photoshoot in 1942 while filming his favourite movie "Shadow of a Doubt". As Hitchcock said in later life, "Well, naturally. I am pro-young. I wrote my first script at the age of 22, and directed my first film at 25. So I'm for the young. And when people today say I'm 70, I say that's a confounded lie. I'm twice 35, that's all. Twice 35."
Reviews of "The Young Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class"
"An update of Tony Lee Moral's primer, which uses Hitch's tips and techniques for a slightly fanciful how-to guide for today's budding auteurs. Refreshing, though, to focus on the Master's work rather than his peccadillos." - Neil Smith, Total Film Magazine
"There's much of interest here and most Hitchcock fans will learn something. The book makes for a diverting journey through Hitch's films and it provides some fairly detailed background information on their making. The book reminds you how innovative and entertaining Hitchcock's films were, and it's sure to send you back to rewatch the ones you've seen before to see what you missed, and explore those you still haven't." - Cinema Essentials
"Positive coverage of one of the giants of film - I was privileged to be taught by him in that craft - always with courtesy, humour, and great insight. I am indebted to him." - Barbara Leigh-Hunt, star of Frenzy
"For any lover of Hitchcock, it is enthralling." - Alec McCowen, star of Frenzy
"Tony Lee Moral has had a brilliant idea. Whether or not one agrees with the world's critics that Vertigo is the greatest film ever made, no one is going to contest the idea that Hitchcock was, among many other things the supreme master of film technique, able perhaps better than anyone else to give the fullest possible expression on film of what he wanted to say. Who better, therefore, to turn to for enlightenment on how film ought to be done? And that is precisely what Moral does in Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class." - John Russell Taylor, Alfred Hitchcock's authorised biographer
Marking the 100th anniversary of his directorial debut, "The Young Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class" dives into the early years as well as his golden period of one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Follow Hitchcock's journey as he hones his craft, shaping the art of storytelling and suspense that would leave an indelible mark on cinema.
Author and Hitchcock expert, Tony Lee Moral takes readers - both aspiring filmmakers and curious movie lovers - through the unique methods Hitchcock used to revolutionise directing, screenwriting, storyboarding, filming, editing and marketing. From creating tension filled scenes to framing the perfect shot, discover how his visionary techniques are just as relevant for today's filmmakers and content creators.
The book's cover is taken from the famous Life photoshoot in 1942 while filming his favourite movie "Shadow of a Doubt". As Hitchcock said in later life, "Well, naturally. I am pro-young. I wrote my first script at the age of 22, and directed my first film at 25. So I'm for the young. And when people today say I'm 70, I say that's a confounded lie. I'm twice 35, that's all. Twice 35."
Reviews of "The Young Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class"
"An update of Tony Lee Moral's primer, which uses Hitch's tips and techniques for a slightly fanciful how-to guide for today's budding auteurs. Refreshing, though, to focus on the Master's work rather than his peccadillos." - Neil Smith, Total Film Magazine
"There's much of interest here and most Hitchcock fans will learn something. The book makes for a diverting journey through Hitch's films and it provides some fairly detailed background information on their making. The book reminds you how innovative and entertaining Hitchcock's films were, and it's sure to send you back to rewatch the ones you've seen before to see what you missed, and explore those you still haven't." - Cinema Essentials
"Positive coverage of one of the giants of film - I was privileged to be taught by him in that craft - always with courtesy, humour, and great insight. I am indebted to him." - Barbara Leigh-Hunt, star of Frenzy
"For any lover of Hitchcock, it is enthralling." - Alec McCowen, star of Frenzy
"Tony Lee Moral has had a brilliant idea. Whether or not one agrees with the world's critics that Vertigo is the greatest film ever made, no one is going to contest the idea that Hitchcock was, among many other things the supreme master of film technique, able perhaps better than anyone else to give the fullest possible expression on film of what he wanted to say. Who better, therefore, to turn to for enlightenment on how film ought to be done? And that is precisely what Moral does in Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class." - John Russell Taylor, Alfred Hitchcock's authorised biographer
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