Review of Strangers on a Train (1951) by Sophie B — 09 Dec 2011
"Strangers on a Train" is classic hollywood cinema at it's finest. As as simple as a story can be, two unlikely men (one on a mission to kill for happiness and satisfaction, the other to live life as it is) come into contact with each other.
Bruno (the psychotic one) decides to create a plan to kill Guy's (the subtle one) wife who has been very tiresome lately. Once Bruno goes through with it, all hell breaks loose as Guy tries to plead innocent by straying away from any sight of the authorities.
This film has one of the most intense endings I have ever seen, with hints of humour, glamour, and horror. The 'Mise En Scene' is absolutely wonderful and Alfred Hitchcock definitely leaves his Auteur mark on his films, particularly the shadows and metaphors through the cinematography in this film.
This does not only have a perfect story, a perfect cast, a perfect script, and a perfect resolution, but it is definitely one of the best films ever made! "Strangers on a Train" is a true cinematic masterpiece!
This review of Strangers on a Train (1951) was written by Sophie B on 09 Dec 2011.
Strangers on a Train has generally received very positive reviews.
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