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Written December 10, 2012
Nothing world rocking. Just a good time at the movies.

by alexpolsky

Hopkins does a spot on rendition of the television Hitchcock. Those bits are highlights. For those who know Psycho for the phenomenon it was (and is) it was interesting to see how it got there. Did we need to see the underwear of his relationship with his wife? It was enlightening, and maybe accurate. It was strange to see Helen Mirren in a role of a second fiddle. All in all, a good visit with a classic movie and an iconic director.
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Written December 8, 2012
My wife wanted to go and dragged me along. I am very glad she did.

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I always wear a watch that glows in the dark when I go to movies with my wife. Sometimes I look at it every 10 minutes or so.

As I sat down I realized that I had no idea how long the film was. So I had my watch and no idea how drawn out this misery would be.

I NEVER looked at my watch once. What a superb movie. It told a great love story, a great focused bio of the director and his wife. It made me laugh a lot - out loud. And almost scream once.

Go see it. Leave the watch at home.
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Written November 26, 2012
HICHCOCK - HOPKINS - MIRREN ...

by BILLYLEH

Does it get any better than this? Fascinating glimpse at the making of one of the best movies ever made. Entertaining and informative throughout with superb acting: Hopkins. Mirren, Johansson, Collette ...
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Written November 24, 2012
Hitch

by kellyjeanclair

If you know anything at all about Alfred Hitchcock - you will love this film. If you know a lot about Hitchcock - you will love it even more! Anthony Hopkins is magnificent as the 'master of suspense' as well as Helen Mirren as his equally talented wife Alma Reville, who wasn't just the woman 'behind the man' but beside him. I also thought that the supporting cast hit all the right notes, especially James D'Arcy as Tony Perkins - it would be great to see him play Tony in a bio-pic!
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Written December 9, 2012
Hitchcock is "Bloody Good"!!

by bsosna

If you are a fan of Alfred Hitchcock movies and you like the era in which he made his successful films, you MUST go to see Hitchcock. It tells the story of Hitchcock and his wife Alma durng the filming of the movie Psycho. Thier relationship was both complex and beautiful. Oscar worthy performances from Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren in the leads and a smashing turn from Scarlett Johansson who plays actress Janet Leigh and the ill fated Marian Crane in the movie within the movie. You won't want to miss the intensity during the filming the famous shower stabbing scene. Hitchcock is bloody good!
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Written November 24, 2012
A Must For Hitchcock Fans

by ROTRAVELER

Thoroughly enjoyed Hitchcock! It felt like a behind the scenes tour of Psycho. Anthony Hopkins didn't play Hitchcock - he WAS Hitchcock! Besides loving this movie, it left me with the desire to watch all of Hitch's movies again! This was a fitting tribute to a genius.
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Written December 9, 2012
Excellent Performances

by Film-girlly

Great movie...top rated performances by some of the best actors in the business. Both my husband and I loved the movie. From the start we fell in love with Hitch, his wife and the supporting cast. This movie is a must-see and a perfect package!
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Written December 26, 2012
Must if you are a fan

by lexygirl5

This cast was wonderful and the story was playful. I was drawn into the world of this film as easily as one of Hitchcock's own episodes on his tv series. Lots of fun notes throughout the script and Anthony Hopkins performance is spot on. Don't wait for this one if you are a fan.
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Written December 27, 2012
Worth A Ticket But Temper Your Expectations.

by Alon Patterson

I guess old "Hitch's" bio rights went up for auction recently, based solely on the seeming avalanche of material about his life that's already found it's way to screens big and small in recent months. Among that fare, this one is fair (pardon the pun) in the way of entertaining. Hopkins and Mirren deliver stellar performances with what can only be described as an amateurish screenplay. Proof once again that there are no small parts, only small actors. and again how genuinely amazing is what real talent can bring to an otherwise dismal effort. All in all this isn't a bad flick, just not one you might want to consider paying an evening ticket price to see. It's a judgment call best left to the one paying I suppose.
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Written December 31, 2012
Behind every successful man is a woman...

by pdyon54

Went to see this with my husband. What most impressed me was how much Hitch relied on his wife. Great acting and wonderful cinematography. We thoroughly enjoyed it. For everyone who is a fan of the masterful Alfred Hitchcock and those who have yet to discover his artistry. A must see. PJD in Lakewood CO
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Written December 19, 2012
Despite formula, it works

by scottwoods

A little light on behind-the-scenes Psycho trivia, this is yet another film that uses something we all think we know - psycho - to tell a disparate love story. The device is kind of worn these days, but it works here because of the caliber of the cast and the engaging tie-ins.
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Written December 21, 2012
Good movie for the Hitchcock lover

by mymovies1948

Not sure it would be as entertaining to younger generation not familiar with Psycho or Alfred Hitchcock's wonderful movies and TV series. But, for those who grew up on Hitchcock and movie buffs of all generations, this movie was fun to watch and interesting to learn about the man behind the famous face. Anthony Hopkins was a natural for the part and the entire cast was entertaining. Refreshing topic for viewers.
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Written December 18, 2012
Thank God for the Mrs.

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This might make you dislike fat people -- Anthony Hopkins' Hitch, while a genius, is also portrayed as pretty gross: tearing through all the SPAM in the house in a late night snack, leering at every pretty blonde on the lot, and slurping booze like a ten year old with a glass of Kool-Aid.

It makes Alma, played by the spectacularly subtle Helen Mirren, that much more appealing.

Their relationship is the heart of the story, and it's really quite beautiful.
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Written December 16, 2012
Hitchcock - an excellent movie

by globalreach

'Hitch' as he liked to called was an odd duck. He had a gift for presenting intrigue and suspense. Basically, this movie shows his emotional ups and downs in the creation of the masterpiece and classic, "Psycho". Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren were both great, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the movie.
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Written January 3, 2013
Love Hitchcock And Hopkins Is Always Good!

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Very good movie. Hitchcock is a movie that takes a look at an extraordinary director from an unexpected angle. I was expecting more of a documentary film, and was surprised when I realized it was actually a love story. The movie portrays Hitchcock during the most stressful time in his life making Psyco. The story focuses on the stress in Hitchcock's marriage as he struggles to create his greatest movie of all time. Definitely not what I expected. Still a very good movie. Recommend to all Alfred Hitchcock fans. Anthony Hopkins is always on the top of his game when acting.
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