He's still on the scene today but works far less frequently.Īlfred Hitchcock was already one of the most celebrated directors working in Hollywood when he was offered the opportunity to do television for NBC in 1955. And speaking of Farentino, this was one of his better early roles that established him as a fine actor. Miles is outstanding as his loving daughter, who's actually a bit older than Farentino realizes. The performances here are all top notch, particularly Carradine as one of Hollywood's elder statesmen (which is what he was in real life).
Unfortunately, Farentino also gets "taken for a ride", and it's down a one-way street. "Death Scene" take viewers for a ride through old Hollywood so that they can see that it's not all glamour and riches. What could he possibly have to offer a woman as wealthy as Ms. But Farentino works as an ordinary driver/mechanic. It's apparent to him that the young guy only wants to jump into some easy money by marrying his beautiful daughter. Crumpy Carradine doesn't like the arrangement and believes that Farentino must show some kind of "net worth" in order for him to give his consent. Miles and Carradine live in one of Hollywood's glittery mansions and Farentino is convinced that he can gain a fortune if he can only win Ms.
DEATH SCENE ALFRED HITCHCOCK HOUR MOVIE
In "Death Scene" a very young James Farentino plays an ordinary fellow who falls for Vera Miles, the daughter of a famous old-time movie director, played with panache by John Carradine.
DEATH SCENE ALFRED HITCHCOCK HOUR SERIES
Too bad the series ended at this promising point. This final series year 1965 featured a number of outstanding entries, (e.g. At the same time, Carradine is perfectly cast as the tyrannical Revere. And get a load of Miles-has she ever looked lovelier or sexier. Farentino delivers persuasively as the egotist, while his guy-talks with buddy Dancer (Taylor) are entertainingly relaxed. So get ready for the boffo climax that I'll bet no one can see coming. But as you can figure, things aren't exactly as they seem, especially in Hollywood. Sure looks like a good deal for the obnoxious Leo if he can get past Dad. Dad's (Carradine) a retired movie director, embittered by his artistic eclipse. Catch how the mechanic fast-talks his way into the elegant Nicky's (Miles) affections and her dad's big Hollywood mansion. Suspense starts right away, since we just know super-egotistical Leo (Farentino) will get some kind of comeuppance. No need to pad the hour run-time here, a frequent problem with other 60- minute episodes. Michael Blodgett - cast: The Watusi Dancer.Gilchrist Stuart - cast: The Butler (as Gil Stuart).
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