A Hitchcockian Date

A Hitchcockian Date

2019 · 5 min · Drama

A dinner date to remember, this short film is inspired by Alfred Hitchcock's discussion surrounding the distinction between surprise and suspense.

Directed by Musashi Wakaki · Written by Musashi Wakaki

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