Question 1

How did Alfred Hitchcock's attempt to buy the rights to 'Marnie' backfire?

Accepted Answer

Hitchcock bid anonymously to keep the price low, but author Winston Graham became suspicious and demanded twice the amount. Hitchcock agreed on condition of an immediate deal.

Question 2

What unusual method did Hitchcock use to film horses indoors for 'Marnie'?

Accepted Answer

Hitchcock had horses run on a gigantic treadmill indoors, despite crew objections about safety. The method worked without problems when tested.

Question 3

Why did Sean Connery want to work with Alfred Hitchcock on 'Marnie'?

Accepted Answer

Connery wanted to avoid being typecast as James Bond and specifically asked to work with Hitchcock to expand his career beyond spy roles.

Question 4

What did Tippi Hedren say to Hitchcock about Sean Connery regarding Marnie's character?

Accepted Answer

Hedren asked Hitchcock, 'Marnie is supposed to be frigid... Have you seen him?' referring to Connery. Hitchcock replied, 'Yes, my dear, it's called acting.'

Question 5

How did Hitchcock direct Diane Baker's facial expression in a key scene?

Accepted Answer

For a scene where Baker eavesdrops, Hitchcock physically manipulated her face with his hands to create the exact expression he wanted.

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