Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds" – A Cinematic Masterpiece of Suspense and Terror DVD

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Overview

Prepare to be captivated by Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary thriller, The Birds, a timeless classic that redefined the horror genre. Released in 1963, this masterpiece takes audiences on an unforgettable journey into fear, as nature turns against humanity in the quiet coastal town of Bodega Bay. Beautiful socialite Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) visits the town to win over bachelor Mitch Brenner (Rod Taylor), only to find herself amidst a mysterious and horrifying series of bird attacks. With stunning performances by Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Pleshette, and Tippi Hedren, The Birds remains one of Hitchcock’s most iconic and chilling films to date.

Product Features

• Format: DVD
• Feature Running Time: Approximately 154 minutes
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Widescreen
• Audio Tracks: English Mono, German Mono
• Subtitle Tracks: English SDH, German, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish
• Region: PAL
• Censorship Rating: 15 – Suitable only for persons aged 15 years and over
• Packaging Design: © 2009 Universal Studios

Interesting Facts

• Director’s Legacy: Alfred Hitchcock, known as the "Master of Suspense," revolutionized the thriller genre with The Birds, which was based on Daphne du Maurier’s novelette.
• Tippi Hedren's Debut: This film marked the acting debut of Tippi Hedren, who was personally discovered and cast by Hitchcock.
• Special Effects: The bird attack scenes were a groundbreaking achievement in visual effects for their time, combining live birds, puppet birds, and matte paintings.
• Inspiration: Hitchcock was reportedly inspired by a real-life incident of bird attacks in Monterey Bay, California, in 1961.
• Awards and Recognition: The Birds was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Special Effects and remains one of the American Film Institute’s Top 10 Thrillers.

Bonus Material

Enjoy an array of exciting bonus features that dive deeper into the making of this cinematic gem:

• All About The Birds – The Making Of
• Tippi Hedren’s Screen Test
• Universal News Reel Stories
• Theatrical Trailer
• Storyboard Sequence (Deleted Scene with script pages)
• Alternative Ending (sketches and storyboards)
• Production Photographs

Publishers

Distributed by Universal Pictures (UK) Ltd. All rights reserved.

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