![]() In fact, the opening sequence of Arthur's version is the strongest element of the TV film. But Karen Arthur needs to be complimented on choosing a fascinating alternative. In Hitchcock's version the dance is shown fleetingly (twice), but the emphasis is on the lead character Charles avoiding the cops in a small hotel. The first attempt at improvement that TV director Karen Arthur and teleplay writer John Gay introduced as a magical addition was the masked ballroom dance that opens the TV film with its handsome lead player Mark Harmon enchanting the elderly widow. It was certainly a damn fine choice.While I will be the first to accept that this remake does not have the craftsmanship of the earlier Hitchcock version, there are a few salient facets of the film that Hitchcock might consider to be an improvement over his version. Whenever Hitchcock was asked in interviews, 'What is your favourite film from your filmography?' His response was "Shadow of a Doubt". It is such a pleasure to watch these film elements unfold because I had fun comparing some scenes from the film with the future films it inspired. Many Thrillers since have been inspired by its modern writing, pacing, and cinematography. This is just one of many parts that make 'Shadow of a Doubt' so brilliant because when all is said and done, this film was a game changer. I'm not exaggerating, this film is home to, quite possibly, the smartest female lead character at the time of its release. It continues to be well understood and enjoyed in both the present and the future because of its smart characters and script. This 'Shadow of a Doubt' is a masterpiece. ![]()
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