I absolutely cannot imagine anyone else playing that role. Angie Dickinson was flawlessly ethereal. Who else could have played that role? Just impossible to imagine. Her acting is amazing in this. No dialogue, all face. Brilliantly done. Are those footsteps all foley? I wonder. Can you imagine being Angie Dickinson and seeing this for the first time after it's filmed, and hearing that score? Must have been an amazing experience.
I've heard some people say that Angie Dickinson's character is what Carrie might have grown up to be if she had been prom queen and survived high school mainly because Dickinson's character is so repressed.
Yep, you're correct. I did see the killer in the blond wig just as you've stated, however, I don't think it was was the principle actor (don't want to mention the name in case someone hasn't seen the movie).
While this is a favorite sequence, i have always wondered whether it would have worked better without the music track. The SFX, the off-camera and distant voices enhance the reality of the setting and would perhaps have added an eerie framework of normalcy to the museum stalk. I wonder if this would have built up the atmosphere during the chase even further. I have tried watching the scene without sound, but it needs the SFX and voices. Any thoughts?
The trailer, or one of the trailers, shows bits of the museum sequence without the music, just some strings holding a note. It's amazing. You can find that on YouTube as well. I have been a devoted fan of this soundtrack since the movie came out, however. It's like neurotic Muzac.
Maybe "Dressed to Kill" isn't de Palmas best movie (I think "Obsession", "Carrie" and "The Untouchables" argue about the first three places) but it contains the most unforgettable sequences (for example elevator, train, shower). This one is the absolutely best and the perfect example why I like the most of de Palma's movies until "Carlito's Way": He is able to create sequences of rare beauty and technical brilliance without (many) words. This sequence alone could be an excellent short movie.
I repeat myself. This is one of the greatest scenes in cinematic history. This one truly shows how cinema works. It works in terms of visual storytelling.
This is one of the greatest scenes in the history of cinema. The camerawork, pacing, editing, acting, music and (lack of) dialogue are all perfect. Brian De Palma is the only director who has ever successfully imitated Alfred Hitchcock's classic cinematic style. "Dressed to Kill" is a great movie and it is De Palma's best. This scene is completely fascinating. It accurately depicts the "cat and mouse" game that men and women play with each other.
Angie Dickinson is so magnificent in this movie. I can't think of another film in which the camera focuses on an actor while all the "dialogue" is only through very subtle facial expressions. Dickinson was close to 50 when that was shot. What other actress could have portrayed that middle-aged sexy, sophisticated glamor like she did? No one! The paintings, the lush musical score, the sound of only footsteps while she chases and seduces her seducer. Brilliant!
A lot of credit goes to the composer PINO DONAGGIO for making it work (which is a great soundtrack, by the way). Probably one of dePalma's most effective sequences, and Angie's acting is convincing.
The way her face literally falls in disappointment when, after giving the stranger her most seductive look, he ignores her, is priceless!!! The whole scene is done through looks and the thought process implied by them — it's Angie at her most beautiful, and DePalma at his classiest! :)
I absolutely cannot imagine anyone else playing that role. Angie Dickinson was flawlessly ethereal. Who else could have played that role? Just impossible to imagine. Her acting is amazing in this. No dialogue, all face. Brilliantly done. Are those footsteps all foley? I wonder. Can you imagine being Angie Dickinson and seeing this for the first time after it's filmed, and hearing that score? Must have been an amazing experience.
gvt2u 2 years ago
one of the best sequences in film history what can I say
dandyhiphop 2 years ago 3
someone saw that at 9:20 the killer is near to Angie Dickinson?
This explains why the killer met her in the lift
guru6464 2 years ago
Im Old remember this love the cab scene yeah baby
dawnrexgurl 2 years ago
I've heard some people say that Angie Dickinson's character is what Carrie might have grown up to be if she had been prom queen and survived high school mainly because Dickinson's character is so repressed.
kinglear 3 years ago
Angie is so beautiful. She plays this flawlessly.
sflachuck 3 years ago
i had to write an essay on this sequence at my school i know every second by heart
i loved this film
and what can i say about the music???excellent
kmargiou 3 years ago
one of my favorites movies..music by Pino Donaggio of course.
margamaron 3 years ago
At 9:21 that's the killer there
lilerichotwheels24 3 years ago
Yep, you're correct. I did see the killer in the blond wig just as you've stated, however, I don't think it was was the principle actor (don't want to mention the name in case someone hasn't seen the movie).
jsbach15 3 years ago
one of the best scenes in a movie ever...
siltor67 3 years ago 4
While this is a favorite sequence, i have always wondered whether it would have worked better without the music track. The SFX, the off-camera and distant voices enhance the reality of the setting and would perhaps have added an eerie framework of normalcy to the museum stalk. I wonder if this would have built up the atmosphere during the chase even further. I have tried watching the scene without sound, but it needs the SFX and voices. Any thoughts?
crossfirefilm 3 years ago
The trailer, or one of the trailers, shows bits of the museum sequence without the music, just some strings holding a note. It's amazing. You can find that on YouTube as well. I have been a devoted fan of this soundtrack since the movie came out, however. It's like neurotic Muzac.
gvt2u 2 years ago
Maybe "Dressed to Kill" isn't de Palmas best movie (I think "Obsession", "Carrie" and "The Untouchables" argue about the first three places) but it contains the most unforgettable sequences (for example elevator, train, shower). This one is the absolutely best and the perfect example why I like the most of de Palma's movies until "Carlito's Way": He is able to create sequences of rare beauty and technical brilliance without (many) words. This sequence alone could be an excellent short movie.
StefanMcL 3 years ago
No i disagree,i think Dressed To Kill is one of his best films...Such class in direction..that's the word..class
ErnestMenville 3 years ago
Of course your're right. It's one of his best movies - I agree to that. "Dressed to Kill" is in his Top Five. Without any doubts.
StefanMcL 3 years ago
you don't know how many times i've felt like that. :P
but that was really good, now I have to see it. especially before that freakin' dtv remake comes out.
Nintend00 3 years ago
The music gets a little overdramatic towards the end...other than that...perfection.
gandy74 3 years ago
Who else thinks that the man in this scene is one lucky son-of-gun?
She is gorgeous beyond words.
loveplay 3 years ago
I repeat myself. This is one of the greatest scenes in cinematic history. This one truly shows how cinema works. It works in terms of visual storytelling.
spanishprisoner 3 years ago
This is one of my favorite movies. This scene was materfully done, and Pino Donnaggio's scoring is brilliant!
loopyman76 4 years ago
It's everything I always heard it was--truely, one of the best sequences in film.
fossefan 4 years ago
thnx for uploaded this video.we have an exam on that sequence and it is very helpfull to watch it here!!
jimmischarmed 4 years ago
i want to know how is the assasin?
PR0P3L 4 years ago
True cinematic genius.
lwcfreshman2006 4 years ago
This is one of the greatest scenes in the history of cinema. The camerawork, pacing, editing, acting, music and (lack of) dialogue are all perfect. Brian De Palma is the only director who has ever successfully imitated Alfred Hitchcock's classic cinematic style. "Dressed to Kill" is a great movie and it is De Palma's best. This scene is completely fascinating. It accurately depicts the "cat and mouse" game that men and women play with each other.
Tapemaster2 4 years ago
Brilliant score from Pino Donnagio!
jhangirk 4 years ago
Oh, oh. At 9:20, the killer is looming-standing near the hotdog cart. Watch out Angie!!!
bingbong35 4 years ago
the interior was actually filmed in the philadelphia museum, while the exterior is in NYC..
siltor67 4 years ago
Du grand DePalma!Great painting of Alex Katz at the Met and great hommage to Hitchcock's Vertigo;-)
novostendhal 4 years ago
Brilliant sequence.
DANATANLOVER 4 years ago
Angie Dickinson is so magnificent in this movie. I can't think of another film in which the camera focuses on an actor while all the "dialogue" is only through very subtle facial expressions. Dickinson was close to 50 when that was shot. What other actress could have portrayed that middle-aged sexy, sophisticated glamor like she did? No one! The paintings, the lush musical score, the sound of only footsteps while she chases and seduces her seducer. Brilliant!
gayzertube 4 years ago
"Bobby" could already be seen in this sequence. Those who haven't seen him, well, you have to watch again :)
2lemur 4 years ago
When I first saw this movie, I had no idea what this part was about.
hhhiitt 4 years ago
A lot of credit goes to the composer PINO DONAGGIO for making it work (which is a great soundtrack, by the way). Probably one of dePalma's most effective sequences, and Angie's acting is convincing.
steinerredeemed 4 years ago
Unbelievable!! This is cinema!
cockandballz 4 years ago 2
The way her face literally falls in disappointment when, after giving the stranger her most seductive look, he ignores her, is priceless!!! The whole scene is done through looks and the thought process implied by them — it's Angie at her most beautiful, and DePalma at his classiest! :)
mcasidis 5 years ago
Also, you've gotta post the first time Nancy Allen gets chased by "Bobby" and when she comes on to Michael Caine with the black lingerie.
KingCharltonHeston 5 years ago
Pervert!!LOL
edbingey 5 years ago
Aren't we all? ;)
KingCharltonHeston 5 years ago
MMMMMMMM, ¡Qué deliciaaa!
stanleysunday 5 years ago
Thanks! I would like to taxi scene,too!!
koburanka 5 years ago
Yeah, post the taxi scene!!!
KingCharltonHeston 5 years ago
Excellent. Thanks for uploading. Could you post the taxi scene? Thanks.
starfleet007 5 years ago
Masterpiece
jjokocha2 5 years ago
Pure brilliance!
eldot4 5 years ago