Busch Annapolis Library Fall Film Series: Alfred Hitchcock – Master of Suspense

This month we’ll delve deeper into the rich catalog of films directed by the great Alfred Hitchcock. Each movie is introduced by area cinephile Ann Glenn with info about the film’s background and production and followed by an always lively discussion period.

Rebecca (1940) Monday, October 5, 5pm

Hitchcock gives a masterclass in psychological suspense with his adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s gothic novel. While this was Hitchcock’s 31st film, it was his first to be made in Hollywood and its success–it won the 1941 Best Picture Oscar–immediately established him as a major player in the American film industry.
2 hr. 10 mins., Not rated