Review of Shadow of a Doubt (1943) by Four Star F — 06 Feb 2013
In one of Hitchcock's earlier American films starring Joseph Cotten and Teresa Wright, Uncle Charlie comes to visit his niece namesake "Charlie" and the rest of the family. Initially the whole family seems to be in a funk until they find Charlie (Cotten) is coming to visit them in Santa Rosa.
However, what they do not know is that he is a wanted murderer. Over time "Charlie" (Wright) becomes suspicious of her uncle and finally comes across the truth. Her uncle figures out what she knows and decides he must get rid of her.
Living in constant peril, "Charlie" finally is forced to face him. In the ensuing struggle she fights madly for her life. With the constant discomfort and suspense, Hitchcock proves how powerful thrillers can be even in the home.
Cotten and Wright both do a very good job in this film. Supposedly this was Hitchcock's favorite among his own films. I think it certainly one of the best of his lesser known movies.
This review of Shadow of a Doubt (1943) was written by Four Star F on 06 Feb 2013.
Shadow of a Doubt has generally received very positive reviews.
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