Review of The 39 Steps (1935) by Nathan C — 22 Jun 2010
"The 39 Steps" is considered the highlight of Hitchcock's early career phase in England, but it does still feel dated and bear the mark of a developing amateur film maker. There's nothing extraordinary about it.
It serves more as a template for the kinds of movies that would later make Hitchcock a household name. The story of an innocent man caught up in an unbelievable story of espionage and danger is one such trademark of his films to come, plus his flare for creative and effective visual technique is clearly apparent.
Richard Donet finds just the right note as the unlucky everyman, interjecting humour here and there to make his character extra likable.
This review of The 39 Steps (1935) was written by Nathan C on 22 Jun 2010.
The 39 Steps has generally received very positive reviews.
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