Jamaica Inn

Name: Jamaica Inn
Released: 1939-05-11T00:00:00-04:00

NR 1939 Adventure, Crime, History, Thriller · 1h 40m

In early 19th-century Cornwall, young Mary Yellan travels to live with her aunt and uncle at the remote Jamaica Inn, where she discovers the inn is a front for a violent gang of wreckers who lure ships to their doom along the coast. As she becomes entangled in their crimes, Mary must fight to survive and uncover the truth behind the terror that haunts the moors.

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About Jamaica Inn

In early 19th Century coastal Cornwall, a young woman, Mary Yellan, arrives to stay with her aunt Patience. She soon discovers that her aunt's husband, Joss Merlyn, the innkeeper of Jamaica Inn, is deeply involved in a criminal enterprise. Joss leads a gang of wreckers who intentionally cause ships to run aground, then plunder the wrecks and murder any survivors. Mary finds herself caught between her loyalty to her aunt and her growing horror at the brutal activities of Joss and his accomplices. As Mary delves deeper into the secrets of Jamaica Inn, she uncovers a web of deceit and danger that puts her own life at risk.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by the legendary Alfred Hitchcock, Jamaica Inn boasts a stellar cast. Charles Laughton portrays Sir Humphrey Pengallan, a seemingly respectable Justice of the Peace with a dark secret. Maureen O'Hara shines as Mary Yellan, the courageous young woman who uncovers the inn's sinister activities. Robert Newton delivers a memorable performance as Joss Merlyn, the menacing innkeeper and leader of the wrecking gang. Leslie Banks plays Harry the pedlar, Marie Ney portrays Patience Merlyn, Joss's browbeaten wife, and Horace Hodges appears as the coachman, adding depth to the ensemble cast.

What people like about Jamaica Inn

Critics and audiences alike have praised Jamaica Inn for its atmospheric cinematography, suspenseful plot, and strong performances, particularly those of Charles Laughton and Maureen O'Hara. Many viewers appreciate Hitchcock's ability to create a palpable sense of dread and unease, while others have admired the film's exploration of moral ambiguity and the complexities of human nature. Some reviewers also noted the movie's visual spectacle and fast-paced narrative. However, many reviewers stated, that the casting was perfect and acting superb.

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Movie Score

61%

Released

May 11, 1939

Director

Alfred Hitchcock

Cast

Charles Laughton, Maureen O'Hara, Robert Newton, Leslie Banks, Marie Ney, Horace Hodges

Genre

Adventure, Crime, History, Thriller

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