1948's Rope is not commonly pointed to as one of Alfred Hitchcock's greatest directorial achievements. If anything, the film is remembered for it's conspicuously long takes, as trick editing makes the entire movie appear as if it happens in real time, with just four noticeable cuts splitting up the 80 minutes of footage. While that alone is no small feat, the film is far more than just a sustained gimmick. Not only does Rope deserve technical praise beyond it's extended shots, but the story raises philosophical questions and demonstrates Hitchcock's affinity for a subtlety far ahead of his time.