1940 • Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, Judith Anderson
Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
Alfred Hitchcock’s first American film is a haunting gothic romance based on the novel by
Daphne du Maurier. The film tells the story of a young bride who is tormented by the lingering
presence of her husband’s first wife, Rebecca. With its atmospheric cinematography and
chilling performances, Rebecca is a suspenseful and eerie masterpiece.