Movie Description

Sound Test for Blackmail

(1929)

Overview

A brief sound test made during production of Blackmail (1929), featuring Alfred Hitchcock playfully teasing lead actress Anny Ondra as she struggles to respond on camera. Photographed by Jack E. Cox, the clip was shot to test the new sound recording system for what would become Hitchcock’s first talkie.

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Original TitleSound Test for Blackmail

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1929-01-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 00h 01m

Genres

  • Documentary