description Young and Innocent Overview
Young and Innocent is a 1937 British crime thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The film explores themes of deception and vulnerability through the story of a fugitive seeking refuge with a woman. A remarkable late-stage camera movement dramatically reveals the true identity of the perpetrator. It’s notable for its innovative cinematic techniques and suspenseful narrative, appealing to viewers interested in classic crime dramas and Hitchcock's early work.
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info Young and Innocent Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1937 |
help Young and Innocent FAQ
What is the famous tracking shot in Hitchcock's Young and Innocent?
The film features a legendary continuous camera movement that begins with a wide shot of a hotel ballroom and dollies all the way to an extreme close-up of the murderer's twitching eyes. This shot is frequently cited as one of the most technically ambitious camera movements of the 1930s.
Is Young and Innocent based on a book?
Yes, the film is loosely adapted from the 1936 novel A Shilling for Candles by Josephine Tey. Hitchcock significantly changed the plot and characters from Tey's original source material.
Who stars in Alfred Hitchcock's Young and Innocent?
The film stars Nova Pilbeam as Erica Burgoyne and Derrick De Marney as Robert Tisdall, the fugitive she helps. Pilbeam had previously appeared in Hitchcock's 1934 film The Man Who Knew Too Much.
How long is the movie Young and Innocent?
The film runs approximately 80 minutes, which was standard for British films of the 1930s. It was distributed by Gaumont British Picture Corporation and released in 1937.
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