Rebecca

In this episode, Susan introduces Greg to "Rebecca," the 1940's romantic thriller based on the novel by Daphne de Maunier. The film is significant is it is the first film produced by David O'Selznick after "Gone with the Wind" and is the first American film directed by Alfred Hitchock and is his only Best Picture win. Starring Joan Fontaine, Lawrence Olivier, Judith Anderson, and George Sanders, the film tells the story of a naive young bride living in the shadow of her husband's late wife. Greg and Susan discuss the plot points, the performances of Foutaine and Olivier, and the long list of actresses who were under consideration for the leading role. The two also trade bits of trivia about the conflict between Selznick and Hitchcock, the tension between Olivier and Fontaine, and a long list of movie tricks and unique bits of direction that gave the movie its eerie atmosphere. As always, Susan and Greg share their top three favorite moments and volley back and forth over a few queries for "I Have Questions." Sources referenced: http://www.classicmoviehub.com/facts-and-trivia/film/rebecca-1940/ https://www.movie-locations.com/movies/r/Rebecca.php https://www.forbes.com/sites/kristenlopez/2018/11/19/is-it-crazy-to-remake-rebecca-not-necessarily/#46af60f53a17