About The Girl

"The Girl" refers to a British television film released in 2012. The movie is a compelling drama that unfolds the tormented relationship between maestro Alfred Hitchcock and actress Tippi Hedren. The plot revolves around the making of Hitchcock's eminent films "The Birds" and "Marnie". It highlights the intense professional relationship between the director and the actress, exposing the darker side of the entertainment industry.

Making / Production

Directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Gwyneth Hughes, the film is a BBC and HBO co-production. Produced by award-winning Leanne Klein, "The Girl" excellently portrays the suspense and tension omnipresent during Hitchcock's tenure. The film beautifully recreates the era and atmosphere of Hollywood in the 1960s.

Actors

• Sienna Miller as Tippi Hedren: Miller played a convincing Hedren, showing the actress's highs and lows under Hitchcock's obsession.
• Toby Jones as Alfred Hitchcock: Toby delivered an uncanny portrayal of Hitchcock, capturing his grooming and bullying maneuvers.
• Imelda Staunton as Alma Hitchcock: Staunton portrayed Hitchcock's understanding yet helpless wife with brilliance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The director, Julian Jarrold, also directed "Becoming Jane" and "Kinky Boots".
• The film was mainly shot in South Africa.
• Sienna Miller had to wear a prosthetic chin and nose in the movie to resemble Tippi Hedren.

Awards

The film was nominated for a host of awards, including the prestigious Golden Globe Awards. Toby Jones was nominated for Best Actor and Sienna Miller for Best Actress. The film also received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Television Movie.

Quotes

• "Blondes make the best victims. They're like virgin snow that shows up the bloody footprints." - Alfred Hitchcock
• "I am not the girl I was. And I have Hitchcock to thank for that." - Tippi Hedren

Music, Soundtrack

• "End Credits" by Philip Miller
• "Marnie's Theme" by Nathaniel Méchaly and Glynis Jones