Major Project - Alfred Hitchcock Critical Analysis
Alfred Hitchcock was and still is considered one of the best horror directors of all time. He is considered the "Master of Suspense" for his very well written and directed horror films, which have left his mark clearly and firmly on the movie-making industry. With works such as Vertigo, Psycho, The Birds and Rear Window, Hitchcock told his stories through intelligent plots, witty dialogue and just the right amount of mystery and murder. All these factors coincide to revolutionise the filming industry, particularly the Horror/Thriller genre, spawning a whole new line of filmmakers mimicking his recipe for a great horror, making him a legend all over the world.
The fact that Alfred Hitchcock is the "Master of Suspense" is what makes his horror movies so great. It is the suspense that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats in anticipation, fear and excitement. …