Alfred Hitchcock
Alfred Hitchcock, born on August 13, 1899, in London, is renowned as one of the most influential filmmakers in cinematic history, often referred to as the 'Master of Suspense.' Over his prolific career, he directed 53 feature films, creating iconic works such as 'Psycho,' 'Vertigo,' and 'Rear Window.' Despite being nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director five times, he never won the prestigious accolade. Hitchcock's mastery of suspense, characterized by his innovative storytelling and meticulous attention to detail, has left an indelible mark on the film industry and continues to inspire filmmakers today.
Born on Aug 13, 1899 (125 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 9.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 60,645 | $21,000,000 | 3,848$ |
| Germany | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 39,878 | $3,845,000 | 1,830$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 3,687 | $160,000 | 61$ |
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,137 | 14 | $6,900 | 3$ |
| Totals | 4 | 424,485,081 | 104,224 | $25,011,900 | 5,742$ |
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Germany:
Alfred Hitchcock introduced the term MacGuffin into narrative theory.
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Hungary:
Alfred Hitchcock waves to the crowd as he arrives at the Oscar ceremony.
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United States:
Mckinney's work is inspired by the use of light in Edward Hopper's paintings, which has also influenced filmmakers like Alfred Hitchcock.
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Liechtenstein:
Alfred Hitchcock is considered one of the most influential and revered filmmakers in the history of cinema.
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