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- 1940
- Approved
- United Artists
- 2 h 10 m
- 1940
- Approved
- United Artists
- 2 h 10 m
Summary A self-conscious woman juggles adjusting to her new role as an aristocrat's wife and avoiding being intimidated by his first wife's spectral presence.
Directed By: Alfred Hitchcock
- 1940
- Approved
- United Artists
- 2 h 10 m
- 1940
- Approved
- United Artists
- 2 h 10 m
Rebecca
8.5
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Summary A self-conscious woman juggles adjusting to her new role as an aristocrat's wife and avoiding being intimidated by his first wife's spectral presence.
Directed By: Alfred Hitchcock
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Universal Acclaim
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
86
100% Positive
16 Reviews
16 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Despite Hitch's discomfort at the iron hand of producer David Selznick, it remains one of his best-loved works. [23 Dec 2011, p.C10]
The suspense of the story is magnificently sustained throughout the film, which didn't surprise us, as maintaining suspense in a story has always been Director Hitchcock's forte
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Universal Acclaim
Based on 48 User Ratings
8.5
94% Positive
45 Ratings
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6% Mixed
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User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 48 User Ratings
8.5
94% Positive
45 Ratings
45 Ratings
6% Mixed
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
0% Negative
0 Ratings
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I am 17, and I love this movie. One definite positive of Rebecca is the masterful direction by Alfred Hitchcock, full of the usual twists and turns that make his films so pleasing. The chilling and suspenseful story, of a timid young woman marrying a man and finding herself in the shadow of his dead first wife, has many complex issues, such as the possibilities of suicide, murder and mistaken identity, all of which took me completely by surprise. Rebecca also has gorgeous black and white cinematography, and a beautifully atmospheric music score. But it's the performances from the distinguished cast that holds this film together. Laurence Olivier, one of Britain's finest stage and film actors(you only have to see him in Shakespeare to know the talent this man had), gives a towering performance as Maxim De Winter, a broken man haunted by his first wife's death. The lovely Joan Fontaine is the picture of innocence and vulnerability as the 2nd Mrs De Winter, giving a genuine sense of fright and emotion throughout. Also superb is the suave George Sanders as the rather loathsome blackmailing Favel, who smirks and makes acidic remarks as effortlessly as Clark Gable did in Gone With The wind. But stealing the acting honours is Judith Anderson as the housekeeper Mrs Danvers, a performance that is truly sinister, like the scene when she sets Manderly on fire, her facial expression looking out of the window gave me the shivers. The script was tense, dark and flawlessly delivered. Through the characters we hear that Rebecca was beautiful and possessed all the other positive virtues, so I was shocked when that wasn't to be. All in all, a chilling and dark film, that is a must see. 10/10 Bethany Cox.
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An altogether brilliant film, haunting, suspenseful, handsome and handsomely played.
Magnificent romantic-gothic corn, full of Alfred Hitchcock's humor and inventiveness.
Depending on your own feelings, you will find Fontaine either endearing or totally maddening. Whichever, she's right in the part; and Hitchcock's relentless camera seems to luxuriate in her emotional masochism.
Through its first two-thirds it is as perfect a myth of adolescence as any of the Disney films, documenting the childlike, nameless heroine's initiation into the adult mysteries of sex, death, and identity, and the impossibility of reconciling these forces with family strictures.
In its essence, Rebecca is another entry in the Wuthering Heights school of dour, somber, psychological drama, steeped in ultra-British atmosphere. Though overlong, it is beautifully done.
A classic movie that has stood the test of time. It’s a movie that explores the themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal. The film is a masterclass in storytelling and character development. The performances are outstanding, and the cinematography is breathtaking. The film is a must-see for anyone who loves cinema.
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This Alfred Hitchcock's movie is a masterpiece and an excellent movie with I recommend to everyone.
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If you can forgive "Rebecca" for its slower scenes and dialog heavy delivery, you'll find a well-crafted Hollywood romance film where Lawrence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, and Judith Anderson are all absolutely fantastic in their roles. Furthermore, with this being one of Alfred Hitchcock's earlier works, he brings a quirky and gothic direction to the picture to help keep "Rebecca" from being too draggy. It also has hints of his trademark camera work and suspenseful story pacing that he would later go on to perfect in better films than this. Don't get me wrong though, like I've said, this is an all around solid romance with the benefits of golden age Hollywood to boost its dark beauty.
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Awards
Academy Awards, USA
• 2 Wins & 11 Nominations
National Board of Review, USA
• 3 Wins & 3 Nominations
Online Film & Television Association
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
