Shadow of a Doubt (1943)
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Synopsis
A young woman suspects her visiting Uncle Charlie is the notorious "Merry Widow" serial killer.
Cast
- Teresa Wright
- Joseph Cotten
- Macdonald Carey
- Hume Cronyn
- Henry Travers
- Patricia Collinge
- Edna May Wonacott
- Wallace Ford
- Irving Bacon
- Charles Bates
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- Jan 2, 2022
Hitchcock highlights one of the scariest things imaginable: a weird uncle
brendan o'hareAug 18, 2015or: Dracula Untold If most vampire stories are about the paranoia of the other, fear of a strange man from the East who charms the pants off your wife and sucks the blood from her veins, this is about the vampire we know, the favorite uncle who turns out to be a monster.…
JoeNov 17, 2017every film noir ever: character: *breathes* *music intensifies for no reason causing you to go deaf in the process*
Sara Clements - May 5, 2022
Alfred Hitchcock gets away with the perfect murder in “Shadow of a Doubt;” the killing of small town optimism - right under America’s nose. While propaganda efforts on both sides of the Atlantic ocean mythologised the idea of the homestead in the midst of the Second World…
theriverjordanOct 18, 2022i love the two guys who are too busy having seinfeld esque converasations about how they would hypothetically murder each other to realize the borderline incest situation going on between Charlie and her uncle who is also named Charlie. one of the most fun Hitchcocks for…
DanteJul 14, 2015This works best as a metaphor of the unraveling of childhood naivete. When Uncle Charlie is revealed to be, not a hero, or a twin, to the heroine of the film (also named Charlie), but a villain it unseats expectations she has had her entire life. The reveal is torturous,…
Willow Maclay - Jun 29, 2021
yes this is a dark and sinister masterpiece and joseph cotten is the creepiest of all misogynistic creeps in this, but i cannot stop laughing about hume cronyn shuffling in while the family is having dinner and patricia collinge whispers “ugh, he ALWAYS comes by while we’re…
noraAug 17, 2021Had always wondered where we got the phrase "it is very dangerous to have a crush on your wicked uncle"
Branson ReeseFeb 6, 201896 A nightmare slumber. Frequently acidic and purvy, Hitch's energy is primarily found in cross-talk and the hidden messages of lying with a straight face, all while the camera dances like ballet.
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- CvptvinHowdy likedShadow of a Doubt
I hate knocking down this half a star because I remember loving it on first watch. It's still an amazing film and beautifully shot. Alfred Hitchcock is the original master of suspense. It just didn't pack that same punch I remember, but what I do remember is liking Teresa Wright.
Walter Hoffman likedShadow of a DoubtVery fleshed out villain in Charles and a very interesting moral dilemma Charlie is placed under, however there is too much emphasis placed on the cultural understanding for the Merry Widower Waltz for the story to make great sense in today’s Day in age. It’s use seems odd
user420366496 likedShadow of a DoubtI really enjoyed this film, as Hitchcock can really create suspense, especially during the finale. The shots of the uncle’s plotting really stood out to me. My only qualm is how close the relationship between niece and uncle; perhaps I simply am not as close with mine
- James New lovedShadow of a Doubt
Ridiculously good. Direction is flawless, script/story is enthralling and the performances are phenomenal. It’s shot excellently and each frame is just gorgeous. Paced expertly and demonstrates some of Hitchcock’s earlier bangers. One of the best thrillers ever made
Platypus Lord lovedShadow of a DoubtA treat from Hitchcock so horrifically enjoyable that you sometimes forgot how horrifically tragic the main plot is. Every last character oozes with personality, much thanks to the film's great writing and consistently perfect casting.
Lawndawn lovedShadow of a DoubtEvery small detail carries weight to the very end. It’s a great relationship study of a unique scenario. Shows that there can be darkness even in the smallest and most innocent suburbias.
- Carson Withers likedShadow of a Doubt
Alfred Hitchcock generational comedian
Maceyk is "meh" onShadow of a Doubtit wasn’t that bad it was just boring
Cali lovedShadow of a Doubthitchcock you've done it again
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- AMAlbert Moreno
Metacritic
Hitchcock's discovery of darkness within the heart of small-town America remains one of his most harrowing films, a peek behind the facade of security that reveals loneliness, despair, and death.
Dave Kehr
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG (Parental Guidance Suggested). It's generally considered a family-friendly movie.
How long is Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943)?
The movie is 1hr 48min long.
What's Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943) about?
A young woman suspects her visiting Uncle Charlie is the notorious "Merry Widow" serial killer.
Who's the cast of Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943)?
- Teresa Wright as Young Charlie Newton
- Joseph Cotten as Charlie Oakley
- Macdonald Carey as Jack Graham
- Hume Cronyn as Herbie Hawkins
- Henry Travers as Joseph Newton
- Patricia Collinge as Emma Newton
- Edna May Wonacott as Ann Newton
- Wallace Ford as Fred Saunders
- Irving Bacon as Station Master
- Charles Bates as Roger Newton
Who's the director behind Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943)?
Alfred Hitchcock directed Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943).
Who produced Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943)?
Jack H. Skirball produced Shadow of a Doubt (1943) (1943).
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