Hitchcock/Truffaut is a documentary directed by Kent Jones, inspired by the legendary week-long interview between François Truffaut and Alfred Hitchcock in 1962. Based on Truffaut’s iconic book Hitchcock/Truffaut, the film dives into their conversations about cinema, storytelling, and technique. Featuring insights from modern directors like Martin Scorsese, David Fincher, and Wes Anderson, the documentary is a deep, fascinating exploration of how Hitchcock’s work forever shaped the language of film.
Did You Know?
The original interview between Truffaut and Hitchcock was recorded on reel-to-reel tapes, and snippets of their real conversations are used throughout the documentary.
The book Hitchcock/Truffaut is considered one of the most influential texts on filmmaking and has inspired generations of directors.
Several major contemporary filmmakers appear in the documentary to discuss how Hitchcock's techniques influenced their own storytelling styles.
The documentary uses rare behind-the-scenes photos, film clips, and archival material to visually guide viewers through Hitchcock’s career.
Martin Scorsese has described the Hitchcock/Truffaut book and interviews as a “blueprint” for understanding modern film direction.
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