The Trouble with 'Marnie'

About This Movie

So, there's this documentary from 2000 about 'Marnie', you know, Hitchcock's somewhat divisive work. It runs about an hour and captures the essence of the film's creation pretty well. They mix in interviews with some of the folks who worked on it, which gives it a nice personal touch. The clips from the movie are well-placed, letting you see the contrast between how it was made and its final form. I appreciate the inclusion of script pages and memos—really gives you a peek behind the curtain. The pacing is laid-back, letting you absorb the complexities of the film's themes, like identity and control. It’s a neat slice of film history, especially for those who dig into the making of classics.

Includes interviews with surviving cast and crew.Features script pages and production memos.Good mix of film clips and contextual commentary.