The Lady Vanishes

All aboard as Noel Thingvall returns to the show for a train ride into international intrigue courtesy of the master of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock, and his comedic thriller The Lady Vanishes. Listen as we discuss the movie's wild tonal switches, the film's portrait of pre-World War II British politics, and the charm of scene-stealing supporting characters Charters and Caldicott. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and longing for Karloff / Lugosi road comedies.

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Strangers on a Train - Supplement

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Strangers on a Train

Keep your tickets handy for the conductor as we have a chance encounter with the quintessential Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Strangers on a Train. Listen as we discuss Hitch's foray into film noir, praise Robert Walker's performance as the film's delusional villain, and explore the story's homoerotic subtext. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and carousel casualties.

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Have any uncomfortable encounters while riding the rails? Do you think Bruno and Guy's meeting was chance or is Bruno a stalker? Want to discuss marry-go-round evacuation procedures? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

The Trouble With Harry - Supplement

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The Trouble With Harry

Noel Thingvall returns to the show as we grab some shovels and unearth one of Alfred Hitchcock's most unusual films, the strangely sweet black comedy The Trouble with Harry. Listen as we examine the title corpse's post-mortem career as a small town matchmaker, marvel at the film's clever dialogue and gorgeous autumnal location photography, and reveal the connection between Hitchcock and the 2002 thriller Phone Booth. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a particularly sinister closet door.

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How would you react if you found a corpse in the woods? What you ask for if an eccentric artist wanted to buy you a gift? Do you happen to know the market value of a dead rabbit? Leave a comment and keep the conversation going.

Psycho - Supplement

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Episode 105: Psycho

60 years ago, the master of suspense Alfred Hitchcock created a film that would slice its way into the memories of filmgoers everywhere and redefine the horror genre, paving the way for the slasher film as we know it: Psycho. Kyle Brunet joins us again as we discuss the startling impact of this seminal suspense film, explore Hitchcock's techniques to shock and terrify his audience, and note the unusual promotional and marketing gimmicks for the production. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers, and a disdain for shot-for-shot remakes.

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Rope - Supplement

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Episode 56: Rope

This episode we're throwing a very special dinner party in honor of the Master of Suspense as we take a look at Alfred Hitchcock's underrated suspense thriller Rope. Listen in as we discuss the film's groundbreaking use of long takes, explore the story's controversial gay subtext, and ruminate on the very timely theme of taking responsibility for one's views and statements. Warning: Contains explicit language, spoilers and armchair psychological diagnosis.



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