Description

This classic suspense film finds New York City ad executive Roger O. Thornhill (Cary Grant) pursued by ruthless spy Phillip Vandamm (James Mason) after Thornhill is mistaken for a government agent. Hunted relentlessly by Vandamm’s associates, the harried Thornhill ends up on a cross-country journey, meeting the beautiful and mysterious Eve Kendall (Eva Marie Saint) along the way. Soon Vandamm’s henchmen close in on Thornhill, resulting in a number of iconic action sequences.

Original release date: July 1st, 1959

Director: Alfred Hitchcock

I love I mean absolutely love Alfred Hitchcock movies. He’s one of my favorite directors, because his movies are so unique and authentic. I mostly like his later films (50s-60s), and partially like the fan favorites. I own five of his movies, which four came in a box set (which seem to be his most popular ones). I quite like the box set, which includes: Vertigo, North by Northwest, The Birds, Psycho, and the Rear Window. Oddly enough, without even knowing it, I decided to watch North by Northwest on July 1st, which was released 60 years prior to today. Overall, I loved the story of the movie, and felt myself wanting to watch more. The twists and turns in the movie really pull an alluring effect to the movie. This movie is definitely on my list for watching more than once. Cary Grant is a great actor, and he makes you feel like you’re in the movie with him. He plays his character quite well, by giving believable emotions and facial expressions. The movie might seem old and wonky, but no matter how old it is, it’s a great classic for anyone to watch.

Citation: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_by_Northwest