Dial M for Murder, 1954, Thriller
Plot: A man attempts to have his wife murdered, but his plan fails and he is forced to try and cover up his tracks.
Thoughts: Another great by Alfred Hitchcock, this film followed his famous II Act formula of having the act comitted in the first part and then the attempt to get away with it in second. It amazed me how instantly you can get trapped (in a good way) into watching one of these films. The story and character development are what Hitchcock keeps key and knows that that is what makes him so successful.
I also like the simplicity of the movie, like Rope, the film takes place in almost one setting which simplifies it and doesn’t cause for overusing different stages or sets that hold up production. This movie was suspenseful and really holds your attention for the entire time.
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