Rebecca (DVD, 2008, Checkpoint; Pan and Scan; Sensormatic)

One of the hallmarks of Hitchcock's films was that they could raise the hair on the back of your neck with suspense, rather than shocking horror. Rebecca is considered more of a "women's picture," undoubtedly due to the romance portrayed by Olivier and Fontaine. Dame Judith Anderson is brilliant as the cold, bitter and angry Mrs. Danvers. She never misses a chance to make Maxim DeWinter's new bride feel less than adequate. Don't miss the confrontation scene between Fontaine and Anderson. George Sanders is also brilliant, playing an oily, scheming cousin of Rebecca's. As the story progresses toward the surprising ending, you will remain on the edge of your seat. Named Best Picture of 1940 by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, Rebecca is a must see for all true Hitchcock fans.

I read Rebecca when I was in my early teens and remembered that I really enjoyed it. Now, some 40+ years later, I recently joined a book club and Rebecca was the first book we read. I purchased the film because I wanted to see the original movie again. My book club is gathering to view the movie next month! This movie shows the talent of Alfred Hitchcock to bring fear into the minds of the viewers. The complicated storyline in the beginning shows the vivid imaginations of a young girl composed by the author, Daphne DeMaurier. Superb book, great movie!

This is one of the great classics in movie history and is a great addition to any library for movie buffs. Lawrence Olivier and Joan Fontaine were perfectly cast and brought the book to life.

This isn't your typical romantic drama where there are good and bad guys in the stereotypical sense. There is instead a challenge to think about the characters as human beings with flaws who make huge errors in judgment. I've seen it several times and it never fails to engage me.

It is very hard to keep my attention when watching movies. This one succeeded. It was somewhat surprising towards the end. The maid gave me the creeps. She did a great job with her part. I see why it won best picture. It really was good. Interesting plot and an attention getting flick. Bravo!