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Experience Alfred Hitchcock's masterful spy thriller, "The 39 Steps," presented in a stunning Blu-ray Special Edition from The Criterion Collection. This classic 1935 film follows Richard Hannay (Robert Donat) as he becomes entangled in a cross-country chase, accused of murder and pursued by a mysterious organization. A pivotal work in Hitchcock's career, it's celebrated for its suspense, wit, and groundbreaking narrative techniques that set the stage for future thrillers like "North by Northwest."
This Criterion Collection release boasts a new high-definition digital restoration, preserving the film's iconic black-and-white cinematography in its original 1.33:1 aspect ratio. Dive deeper into the film with uncompressed monaural soundtrack and a wealth of special features, including an audio commentary by Marian Keane, the documentary "Hitchcock: The Early Years," a 1937 radio adaptation, a visual essay by Leonard Leff, and excerpts from François Truffaut's interviews with Hitchcock. The edition also includes original production design drawings and a booklet featuring an essay by film critic David Cairns, making it an essential addition for classic film enthusiasts and collectors.This product is in Very Good condition.
This Criterion Collection release boasts a new high-definition digital restoration, preserving the film's iconic black-and-white cinematography in its original 1.33:1 aspect ratio. Dive deeper into the film with uncompressed monaural soundtrack and a wealth of special features, including an audio commentary by Marian Keane, the documentary "Hitchcock: The Early Years," a 1937 radio adaptation, a visual essay by Leonard Leff, and excerpts from François Truffaut's interviews with Hitchcock. The edition also includes original production design drawings and a booklet featuring an essay by film critic David Cairns, making it an essential addition for classic film enthusiasts and collectors.This product is in Very Good condition.