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3 Hitchcock Techniques Magnified


Alfred Hitchcock is not only the Master of Suspense, but pure cinema. Here are 3 of his filmmaking tips that you can apply to any film genre. 

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SPIDER Short Film

Film: camera shots examples

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Understanding the Formatting of a Screenplay (and Why It All Matters)

9 Scenes from 'Jaws' That Will Show You How Spielberg Does Cinematography

Quiz: How well do you remember Vertigo?

BFI Academy Labs

How Spike Lee's 'Do The Right Thing' Still Resonates Today

The Power of Music in Film

How to analyse sound in films

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Get involved in the Hartismere: 'Focus Your Fitness February Challenge!

Parents Evening :: Year 13

March 2026 Year 11 Mocks

Parents Evening :: Year 11

Summer 2026 Examinations

Head of Department - History

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CABARET THE MUSICAL. Playhouse Theatre, London. Y9-13. Wednesday 15th April 2026

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