"The Girl" tells the captivating story behind Alfred Hitchcock's casting of Tippi Hedren in the 1963 thriller "The Birds." Hitchcock, renowned for his psychological thrillers and preference for striking blonde leading ladies, discovered the unknown model-turned-actress after his wife spotted Hedren in a TV commercial. What unfolded was not only a film filled with terrifying bird attacks but also a challenging production experience far beyond the on-screen drama.
Trivia and Behind-the-Scenes Facts:
1. Tippi Hedren was a complete unknown in acting when Hitchcock cast her, marking a significant and risky casting choice that surprised many at Universal Studios.
2. The filming of "The Birds" was notoriously difficult, with complex special effects involving live birds causing unpredictability and dangerous situations on set.
3. The psychological demands Hitchcock placed on Hedren during filming later became widely discussed, shedding light on the darker side of Hollywood power dynamics during that era.
Main Cast of The Girl
Sienna Miller
Toby Jones
Crew of The Girl
Full backstage crew list →- Released October 22, 2012