Dial M for Murder (1954)

Dial M for Murder (1954)

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
Screenplay by: Frederick Knott

Genre: Crime | Mystery | Thriller
Running Time: 105 Minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
Viewed: Owned DVD

Kiss by kiss... supreme suspense unfurls!

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Comments: Dial M for Murder is yet another great Hitchcock film - it's just too bad all of the suspense has to wait until the final act of the film. While I enjoyed the opening parts of the film, the whole setup of the murder, and then the "Plan B" that's put into place happens entirely too smoothly and easily for my liking. Dial M for Murder plays out much like, well, a play, and that explains why the first half of the movie works as it does. But Hitchcock really works his magic in the second half, creating the suspense and tension he's known for. And I can't forget the amazing Grace Kelly. They certainly don't make 'em like that anymore. Despite my displeasure with the beginning of the film, Dial M for Murder is still a solid piece of filmmaking and worthy of your time (but you knew that already). An interesting fact I learned in the special features: the movie was originally shown in 3D, which explains much of the style of Hitchcock's work. You learn something new everyday.