Sound Test for Blackmail (1929)

Sound Test for Blackmail

1929

Documentary

Synopsis

A brief sound test made during production of Blackmail (1929), featuring Alfred Hitchcock playfully teasing lead actress Anny Ondra as she struggles to respond on camera. Photographed by Jack E. Cox, the clip was shot to test the new sound recording system for what would become Hitchcock’s first talkie.

Credits

Director

Alfred Hitchcock

Cast

Alfred Hitchcock as Self (uncredited)

Anny Ondra as Self (uncredited)