hitchcock

Thân thiện

A student watches a Hitchcock film in a cinema class.

Definition

Proper noun * Alfred Hitchcock: An English film director, widely regarded as one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema. He is particularly noted for his mastery in creating suspense, psychological tension, and innovative cinematic techniques. His surname, "Hitchcock," is often used to refer to him, his body of work, or his distinctive directorial style.

Usage Examples

• Referring to the person:
  • Hitchcock directed many classic thrillers.
  • The documentary explored the life and career of Hitchcock.
• Referring to the style or work:
  • That movie has a real Hitchcock feel to it.
  • She is a scholar specializing in Hitchcock.

Advanced Usage

• "Hitchcockian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Alfred Hitchcock or his films, especially in creating suspense, using specific camera techniques, or exploring themes of fear and guilt.
  • The film's tense, psychological plot and dramatic camera angles were highly Hitchcockian.

Variants and Related Words

• Hitchcockian (adj): As described above.
• Master of Suspense: A common epithet for Alfred Hitchcock.

Synonyms

• The Master of Suspense
• Sir Alfred Hitchcock (his title after being knighted)

Related Phrases and Idioms

• A Hitchcock cameo: Refers to Alfred Hitchcock's signature practice of making a brief, non-speaking appearance in almost all of his films.
  • Fans always watch his films carefully to spot the Hitchcock cameo.
• MacGuffin (also McGuffin): A term popularized by Hitchcock for a plot device that motivates the characters and drives the story, but whose specific nature is unimportant to the overall narrative.
  • The secret plans in that spy movie are just a MacGuffin; the real story is about the characters.

Học thuật

Noun

1. English film director noted for his skill in creating suspense (1899-1980)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Hitchcock
• Alfred Hitchcock
• Sir Alfred Hitchcock
• Alfred Joseph Hitchcock