Duplicitous by nature, we prowl the earth like cat burglars, stealing what happiness we can whatever way we can, and hope we never get caught.
Yet beneath all the lavish trimmings - sparkling diamonds, designer gowns, picturesque villas, dramatic vistas, and impeccable physical specimens - lies a surprisingly cynical tale that depicts all humans, on some level, as frauds. Just drinking in all the sights is an unparalleled joy, especially in the splendor of high definition.
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Never before had a Hollywood movie showcased a European locale with such authenticity, and by thrusting us into the rarefied world of the ultra-rich, Hitchcock succeeds in presenting the ultimate escapist fantasy. Shot in glorious Technicolor and VistaVision, 'To Catch a Thief' is the apex of style and personification of cinematic chic. As light and airy as a soufflé, Hitchcock's frothy confection breezes merrily along, but its smart dialogue and delicious sexual tension between Kelly and her debonair co-star, Cary Grant, can't completely compensate for a slight story that sometimes sputters and ends up more travelogue than thriller. Yet beauty, oftentimes, is only skin deep, and unfortunately there are plenty of moments when that cliché suits 'To Catch a Thief' to a T. Bursting with such eye-popping elements as French Riviera locales, ultra-chic Edith Head couture, and, of course, the stunningly svelte future princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly herself, this slick mixture of mystery and romance oozes glamour at every turn. 'To Catch a Thief' just might be the most beautiful film Alfred Hitchcock ever made.
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