The cast of this film was Tippi Hedren (her very first feature film). It also starred Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Pleshette and a young Veronica Cartwright.
The cast of this film was Tippi Hedren (her very first feature film). It also starred Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Pleshette and a young Veronica Cartwright.
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"The Birds" is a thriller/horror film, made in 1963, it was directed by Alfred Hitchcock, this film was based on the novel "The Birds" written in 1952 by Daphne du Maurier. It is set in Bodega Bay, California. Where for no apparent reason all of the birds in the area turn against the people of the hamlet with no mercy.
The screen writer was Evan Hunter. Hitchcock told him to develop new characters and a more elaborate plot, keeping Du Maurier's idea of unexplained and unprovoked bird attacks.
The film follows a very typical thriller story line, with fast paced action, suspense and mystery. The film, lays down a clear, calm story line without any hint of what is going to happen, this leave the audience in suspense and wonder as to what is going to happen.
Hitchcock also uses sound very well in this film to add suspense and tension. Some examples of this are the sound of the birds wings fluttering and the birds cawing as they attack their victim. This helps add to the thrill factor as it immerses the viewer in the film and brings the fright into reality.
Tom, I have enjoyed reading your blog. Good luck with "Psycho" and "Unknown".
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