Exploring Hitchcockian Thrills and Cinematic Evolution

This chapter analyzes the film 'What Lies Beneath,' reflecting on its high expectations, initial success, and reliance on horror tropes. The conversation expands to the impact of Robert Zemeckis' films like 'Cast Away' and 'The Polar Express,' focusing on performance, technology, and narrative depth. The discussion also encompasses the evolution of CGI in filmmaking and its implications for character portrayals, while considering notable director's work and themes of aviation and survival in cinema.