Review of Rope (1948) by Alf R — 03 Apr 2009
A fascinating suspense from the great Hitchcock. The story unravels in his typical way. Simple plot, but truly complex characters. The two murderers, Brandon Shaw (John Dall) and Phillip Morgan (Farley Granger) hold a cocktail party for their victim's relatives. Until their teacher, Rupert Cadell (James Stewart) becomes progressively suspicious. Featuring full of psychological parts mixed with its philosophy, this picture might be one of Hitchcock's greatness (if it's too humble to call it a masterpiece) which merely turn me on.
I love the idea of a party which celebrating a murder with foods on a coffin. Very originally peculiar idea, but I must said it's brilliant to death. However personally thought that the suspense will becoming more intense, if only the audience was not shown a murder scene itself in the opening. Trust by letting a vague impression, this picture should have been better. But what am I to argue? He's just a great Hitchcock.
A definite must-see.
Memorable Quote :
"Well, murder can be an art, too. The power to kill can be just as satisfying as the power to create" (Brandon Shaw).
This review of Rope (1948) was written by Alf R on 03 Apr 2009.
Rope has generally received very positive reviews.
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