Hitchcock/Truffaut (2015)

In the vibrant landscape of 1962, an intriguing cinematic encounter transpires. François Truffaut, a former film critic turned respected filmmaker, revered for his contributions to the French New Wave, reaches out to Alfred Hitchcock, a seasoned director with forty feature films to his name. Despite their contrasting styles and Hitchcock's reputation for producing popular fluff as opposed to Truffaut's critically acclaimed masterpieces, Truffaut finds himself drawn to Hitchcock's directorial prowess. In a Hollywood hideaway, for an entire week, they delve into the labyrinthine depths of cinematic storytelling, dissecting the art of mise-en-scène. The outcome of this meeting is meticulously documented, giving birth to the legendary book "Hitchcock/Truffaut", which peels back the curtain on Hitchcock's filmmaking process and provides an insightful dissection of each of his films. This documentary, Hitchcock/Truffaut, is a testament to this seismic meeting of minds, spinning the threads of their conversation into a compelling narrative. It not only explores the core themes of the book but further extends the discourse by incorporating perspectives from a host of contemporary cinematographic maestros. Figures like Martin Scorsese, David Fincher, Wes Anderson, and others, lend their voices to the discussion, offering their insights on the influence that Hitchcock and Truffaut have had on their creative journeys. Immerse yourself in this vividly crafted documentary that encapsulates the greatest cinema lesson of all time, plunging the viewer into the enthralling world of the man behind Psycho, The Birds, and Vertigo. Hitchcock's remarkably modern artistry is illuminated and explicated through the lens of today's leading filmmakers, making Hitchcock/Truffaut a must-watch for any cinema enthusiast.

Hitchcock/Truffaut is a documentary movie featuring Bob Balaban and directed by Kent Jones.

Hitchcock/Truffaut is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and Tubi TV and it's also available on Cohen Media Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and Fandor Amazon Channel.

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