Alfred Hitchcock: Master of Suspense
An illustrated talk by John Francis
A collaborative event between The Arts Society West Wales and The Queens Hall Narberth
After moving to Hollywood, Hitch created several masterpieces of cinema including Vertigo (1958) and Psycho (1960)
Vertigo has recently been voted by critics as the best ever film, overtaking Citizen Kane. Together we will explore Hitchcock's dark film about sexual obsession
Taking a shower still fills many people with dread and forbodeing thanks to the Hitchcock modern Horror classic of 1960. A full analysis of Hitchcock's masterful technique and influences will be the central focus of this Lecture
The French New Wave critics of Cahiers du Cinéma argued that Hitchcock’s films should be regarded as artistic masterworks. Alfred Hitchcock remains by far the most studied and revered film director of all time
This illustrated talk is suitable for 16+ due to mature themes
Doors open at 5.30pm and the talk will start at 6pm prompt. 1 ticket will guarantee you 1 seat but they are NOT allocated by ticket number so please sit wherever you prefer on arrival