Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards with author Tony Lee Moral
Dan and Tom welcome author Tony Lee Moral and discuss his latest book, “Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards.” It’s a great read and discussion.
Category: 39 Steps
Spy Movies & Real-World Connections – Part 1
Have you ever thought about how events in the real world and other movies could affect and work their way into some of our favorite spy movies? Well, think about it a minute because that’s what we are going to explore today on Spy Movie Navigator.
Join Dan and Tom as they explore the unique connections between spy movies and the real-world impact on what goes into a spy movie! This is Part 1 of a multi-part series!
If you have any suggestions on what to include in a future podcast, send them to Dan@SpyMovieNavigator.com
THE 39 STEPS Decoded!
The 39 Steps, directed by Alfred Hitchcock is considered by many to the first spy movie ever made! If you came to our site as a Bond, Bourne, Hunt, Smiley, or other spy movie fan, you might not have seen this film.
Join Dan Silvestri and Tom Pizzato as they examine how The 39 Steps, considered by many to be the first spy movie, has influenced other spy movies that came after it. We’ll also look at what happenings in the real world that influenced this spy movie.
The 39 Steps Opening Scene
The film opens in a theater, in London, where a man on stage is about to answer virtually any questions the audience may ask.
The 39 Steps
Taking the first step in spy movies, The 39 Steps sets the bar for all future spy movies! The 39 Steps, directed by Alfred Hitchcock, released in 1935, is considered by many to be the first spy movie. So, if you are a spy movie fan, then we must take a close look at this…
The Death of the Spy
Hannay sees Smith come into his room in this flat, with a piece of paper, stumbling, and saying, “You’re next!” She falls, revealing a knife sunk halfway into her back.
Hannay’s Getaway from his Flat – the Milkman Scene
Because Hannay is now being watched the police for the murder he did not commit
The Trains Scene, Flying Scotsman
He heads for the train, the Flying Scotsman. In this clip, we see the death scene, but cuts to the train scene – Hannay is aboard and two are in pursuit of him.
Professor Jordon’s House
Hannay finds the estate, rings the bell, the maid answers the door, he asks for the Master, and says to ask him if he knows Miss Annabella Smith (remember, she is the spy who was murdered in his flat in London).
The Theater Finale
Back in London, Pamela goes to Scotland Yard – she had phoned from Scotland (unbeknownst to us).
