Blackmail

Name: Blackmail
Released: 1929-07-28T00:00:00-04:00

NR 1929 Crime, Drama, Thriller · 1h 26m

London, 1929. Frank Webber, a very busy Scotland Yard detective, seems to be more interested in his work than in Alice White, his girlfriend. Feeling herself ignored, Alice agrees to go out with an elegant and well-mannered artist who invites her to visit his fancy apartment.

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About Blackmail

London, 1929. Frank Webber, a dedicated Scotland Yard detective, finds himself caught between his demanding job and his girlfriend, Alice White. Feeling neglected, Alice accepts an invitation from a charming artist to visit his apartment. What begins as an innocent evening takes a dark turn, leading to a situation of blackmail and intrigue. Alice is forced to confront the consequences of her actions as the lines between right and wrong blur, and Frank finds himself entangled in a case far more personal than he could have ever imagined. This sets the stage for a suspenseful game of cat and mouse, where secrets unravel and trust becomes a dangerous commodity.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, Blackmail features Anny Ondra as Alice White, the young woman at the heart of the story, whose choices trigger a chain of perilous events. John Longden plays Frank Webber, her boyfriend and a Scotland Yard detective, torn between duty and his personal feelings. Donald Calthrop portrays the menacing Mr. Tracy, the blackmailer, adding layers of suspense to the narrative. Cyril Ritchard appears as the artist, Crewe, whose actions set the plot in motion. Sara Allgood takes on the role of the landlady, Mrs. White, and Charles Paton appears as a bystander.

What people like about Blackmail

Critics and audiences alike praise Blackmail for its innovative use of sound, its suspenseful plot, and Hitchcock's masterful direction. Many have noted the film's groundbreaking techniques in visual storytelling, particularly its use of subjective camera angles and editing to create tension. The performances, especially Anny Ondra's portrayal of Alice White, have also been lauded for their depth and nuance. Blackmail is celebrated as a significant milestone in British cinema and a testament to Hitchcock's enduring genius.

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Movie Score

65%

Released

July 28, 1929

Director

Alfred Hitchcock

Cast

Anny Ondra, Sara Allgood, Charles Paton, John Longden, Donald Calthrop, Cyril Ritchard

Genre

Crime, Drama, Thriller

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