It’s no secret that the actor-director duo of Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese is one of the most iconic in modern cinema. The duo pumps out great moves together in a way that actually feels nostalgic for the old days.From The Aviator to The Wolf of Wall Street, their collaborations have consistently produced classics.Now, with their eighth film, What Happens at Night, on the horizon, we're getting a tantalizing glimpse into their creative process.And apparently it involves a healthy dose of Alfred Hitchcock. And we love Hitchcock on this site. From his best movies to the ones he never released.So this seems right up our alley!Let's dive in. - YouTubewww.youtube.comThe 'Vertigo' ConnectionAccording to reports, DiCaprio is immersing himself in Hitchcock's 1958 masterpiece, Vertigo, to prepare for his role in the upcoming film. That probably means dissecting a lot of red and green colors and their meanings.So, what's the connection?What Happens at Night follows an American couple who travel to a European town to adopt a baby. They check into a nearly deserted hotel during a snowstorm. The hotel is full of interesting and mysterious people, like a flamboyant singer, a corrupt businessman, and a magnetic faith healer. As they fight to bring their child home, the world around them unravels, and so does their psyches.You can see how this psychological thriller would have a lot in common with Vertigo.For those unfamiliar with Vertigo, the film stars James Stewart as a detective who becomes dangerously obsessed with a woman he's hired...
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