content: This could be Hitchcock's greatest film, but he made so many great ones that it's hard to separate the top five or so. It probably hasn't received the acclaim it deserves, because it was filmed in non-widescreen black and white. But the cinematographic techniques, especially involving shadowing, are excellent. Awesome casting and great performances, especially by Claude Rains, who is one of the most prolific supporting actors of all time (see Casablanca, for example). But the real treat is the wonderful mixture of intrigue and romance, which was Hitchcock's trademark. He once said that he didn't make murder mysteries, but rather love stories. This is a classic example. If you think you know Hitchcock, but haven't seen this film, you're in for a fantastic experience. And the final scene is unforgettable.