Hitchcock

Hitchcock, starring Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren and Scarlett Johansson, is a nicely done Bio-picture, focusing on the twilight of Hitchcock's career, specifically during the time when he made the horror film – Psycho (1960). Those of us that are old enough to remember Mister Hitchcock from his movies, The Room with a View, Vertigo, The Birds, and his television shows "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" and "The Twilight Zone," should appreciate this movie and enjoy learning more about this great filmmaker. For example, I didn't realize that the original Psycho had a budget of only $800,000, that's amazing considering that movies today run well into the hundreds of millions – and are usually junk... And, I did not realize that his wife was a integral part in Hitchcock's success as his principal screen writer and film editor, or that Alfred was a womanizer and infatuated by his blonde bombshell starring actresses. I did not realize that Hitchcock had to fight the "censors" to create the movie that he wanted. "Too much skin, too much violence, you can show the blood, but not the knife cutting her flesh." – Films have sure come a long way. The acting is superb. Anthony Hopkins does a wonderful job! His mannerisms, the makeup, his voice, and his ability to show Hitchcock's weaknesses and strengths are absolutely marvelous. Helen Mirren was also excellent. Caution, however, this movie has no action, little suspense, not much drama, but still it's a great story about a wonderful character. I recommend it for those with enough nostalgia to remember being scared to death by this fantastic director. Younger folks, less than 40 years old, may find the film boring, unless they are interested in learning more about one of the greatest filmmakers ever. I enjoyed it!