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Rebecca (1940)

""Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again...""

7.919402h 10mEN
MysteryRomanceThriller

Directed by Alfred Hitchcock

Rating

7.9/10

Runtime

2h 10m

Language

EN

Release

March 23, 1940

Director

Alfred Hitchcock

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Overview

Story of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife, Rebecca, who died mysteriously several years earlier. The young wife must come to grips with the terrible secret of her handsome, cold husband, Max De Winter. She must also ...

Cast

Laurence Olivier

Laurence Olivier

Maxim de Winter

Joan Fontaine

Joan Fontaine

Mrs. de Winter

George Sanders

George Sanders

Jack Favell

Judith Anderson

Judith Anderson

Mrs. Danvers

Nigel Bruce

Nigel Bruce

Major Giles Lacy

Reginald Denny

Reginald Denny

Frank Crawley

C. Aubrey Smith

C. Aubrey Smith

Colonel Julyan

Gladys Cooper

Gladys Cooper

Beatrice Lacy

Florence Bates

Florence Bates

Edythe Van Hopper

Melville Cooper

Melville Cooper

Coroner

Leo G. Carroll

Leo G. Carroll

Dr. Baker

Leonard Carey

Leonard Carey

Ben

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Rebecca (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Story of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife, Rebecca, who died mysteriously several years earlier. The young wife must come to grips with the terrible secret of her handsome, cold husband, Max De Winter. She must also deal with the jealous, obsessed Mrs. Danvers, the housekeeper, who will not accept her as the mistress of the house.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Rebecca. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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