Review of Dial M for Murder (1954) by Jarett B — 03 Jun 2009

One of Alfred Hitchcock's underated films!

This review of Dial M for Murder (1954) was written by Jarett B on 03 Jun 2009.

Dial M for Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Andy T (601) on 14 Jan 2017

A Lot of the movie suspense is lost when tony explains his murder plan to swann. The murder didnt live up to expectations…

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By Joseph H (968) on 16 Mar 2017

Dial M for Murder is the most suitable and perfect movie title…

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By Nicolas W (100) on 19 Nov 2018

I love movies that are shot on one location and manage to be entertaining nonetheless... Dial M for Murder is certainly one of them…

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By Christopher E (506) on 20 Nov 2018

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By Don S (1,504) on 19 Sep 2017

Just a great movie to watch! Top notch Hitchcock! Loved the plot and loved the inspector! Especially his little mustache comb! Really good movie…

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By B. Kite (1) for Village Voice (8,525) on 29 Nov 2017

If the things here are homelier and less loved than, say, Marnie's neon yellow purse or Cary Grant's glowing glass of milk, and the film itself…

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By William W (979) on 09 Aug 2016

I used to consider this second-tier Hitchcock, but a re-watch proved to me just how excellent the script and directing were, as well as how…

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What is told repetitively, what is romanticized, what is pure, is the final trick. Dial M For Murder Alfred Hitchcock is a great adapter…

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By Scott K (649) on 24 Jun 2016

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By Elizabeth N (358) on 28 Aug 2018

Warner Brothers studio forced Hitchcock to do this film to complete a contract and pushed for it to be shot in 3D even though the 3D fad had…

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