Often referred to as the “Master of Suspense,” Alfred Hitchcock is one of the most influential movie directors of all time. He directed more than 50 films and was also the host and producer of the American television anthology series "Alfred Hitchcock Presents." Throughout his six-decade directing career, he produced many films that are now considered classics and helped legitimize the thriller genre.
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The young adult detective novels, which ran from 1964 to 1987, prominently featured Hitchcock's name on their covers and included introductions supposedly written by the author. Hitchcock was also a character in the books, working with the young detectives. His name was removed after the 30th book was released.
Hitchcock's 1954 film, which many consider among the director's greatest, was based on Woolrich's 1942 short story "It Had to Be Murder." The story is characteristic of his dark, claustrophobic work.
Hitchcock's films rely on seemingly ordinary elements—like birds or hotels—but slowly turn them into menaces, thanks to the director's pioneering camera techniques.
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