Quote of the day by Alfred Hitchcock: ‘Always make the audience suffer as much as possible’
Mint·2h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Alfred Hitchcock, British master of suspense, revolutionized filmmaking through psychological tension rather than shock. His philosophy emphasized prolonging audience discomfort strategically. Hitchcock distinguished suspense from surprise, explaining that suspense can sustain tension for extended periods while surprise lasts momentarily. His techniques included close-ups in succession and innovative camera work like dolly zoom from Vertigo, influencing countless filmmakers.
Key Entities
Alfred HitchcockBritish directorMaster of SuspenseYale drama studentsVertigoDolly zoomJawsGoodfellas