Strangers on a Train

Another splendid Hitchcock movie featuring phenomenal last performance of Robert Walker. Builds Se7en-esque suspense with an equally demented character but culminates in a disappointingly juvenile plot twist, and fairground fight. Exceptional cinematography with notably deep focus makes up for a few editorial excesses, unless of course you’re a tennis fan.

The Man Who Knew Too Much

Relatively conventional but expertly crafted Hitchcock thriller. Stewart’s performance is good but nothing extraordinary. Most compelling aspect of storyline is international scope and worst feature is extremely coincidental conspiracy conclusion. Also could have done without the blatantly inaccurate intro title card and Spielberg inspiring closing scene. Overall an enjoyable thriller.