![]() ![]() The mood, atmosphere and pace seem all wrong in John Gay’s script and Arthur’s handling. The 1991 remake is just a shadow of Hitchcock’s Shadow of a Doubt (1943).ĭirector Karen Arthur’s 1991 thriller TV movie remake Shadow of a Doubt stars Mark Harmon, Margaret Welsh, Diane Ladd, Shirley Knight and Tippi Hedren.Īlfred Hitchcock’s favourite of his own films, the 1943 Shadow of a Doubt, is pointlessly and listlessly remade with a miscast and lost Mark Harmon in the lead, much too nice as the creepy favourite Uncle Charlie, while Margaret Welsh is not compelling enough as the young woman, also called Charlie. It was certainly a damn fine choice.Nathalie Kay “Tippi” Hedren (born January 19, 1930). Whenever Hitchcock was asked in interviews, 'What is your favourite film from your filmography?' His response was "Shadow of a Doubt". It is such a pleasure to watch these film elements unfold because I had fun comparing some scenes from the film with the future films it inspired. Many Thrillers since have been inspired by its modern writing, pacing, and cinematography. This is just one of many parts that make 'Shadow of a Doubt' so brilliant because when all is said and done, this film was a game changer. I'm not exaggerating, this film is home to, quite possibly, the smartest female lead character at the time of its release. ![]() It continues to be well understood and enjoyed in both the present and the future because of its smart characters and script. This 'Shadow of a Doubt' is a masterpiece. ![]()
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