Alfred, sir

Hitch·cock

[hich-kok]
noun
1.
Sir Alfred (Joseph) 1899–1980, U.S. film and television director and producer, born in England.
2.
Thomas, Jr ( "Tommy" ) 1900–44, U.S. polo player.
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Sir Alfred (Joseph). 1899--1980, English film director, noted for his mastery in creating suspense. His films include The Thirty-Nine Steps (1935), Rebecca (1940), Psycho (1960), and The Birds (1963)

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