Ep. 07-19: Shadow of a Doubt (1943)

SHADOW OF A DOUBT (1943), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, follows young Charlie (Teresa Wright), whose excitement about her Uncle Charlie’s (Joseph Cotten) visit turns to unease when she suspects he may be hiding a dark secret. Set in a tranquil California town, the film builds tension as Charlie pieces together unsettling clues about her beloved uncle’s past. Hitchcock masterfully weaves suspense and familial conflict, creating a chilling tale of innocence overshadowed by sinister truths.

Step into the suspenseful world of Shadow of a Doubt (1943), Alfred Hitchcock’s exploration of small-town charm hiding sinister secrets. Join us as we unpack the film’s pros and cons, including its tight script, tranquil setting, and Joseph Cotten’s killer performance. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys ventures into this tale of familial trust and deception, where the seemingly ordinary can conceal the chilling truths that make Hitchcock the master of suspense.

  SHOW LINKS:

• Shadow of a Doubt (1943)


• Alfred Hitchcock


• Night Must Fall (1937)


• Blue Velvet (1986)


• Other Hitchcock films


• Stephen King


• Brian De Palma

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