
Frenzy
1972 • Crime, Horror, Thriller • R
London is terrorized by a vicious sex killer known as The Necktie Murderer. Following the brutal slaying of his ex-wife, down-on-his-luck Richard Blaney is suspected by the police of being the killer. He goes on the run, determined to prove his innocence.
Runtime: 1h 56m
Immerse yourself into the gripping narrative of 'Goodbye Piccadilly, Farewell Leicester Square' by Arthur La Bern, the brilliant source material that inspired Alfred Hitchcock's 'Frenzy'. This compelling novel plunges readers into a vividly drawn London, teeming with richly detailed characters and the pulsating energy of a city harboring dark secrets.
La Bern's novel offers a depth and complexity in its exploration of the human psyche that only the written word can fully unravel. As you turn each page, you're enveloped in a world where suspense and unpredictability reign, presenting insights into the motivations and minds of characters through La Bern's keen psychological acumen.
Reading 'Goodbye Piccadilly, Farewell Leicester Square' is not just an exploration of a thrilling mystery, but a journey into the nuances and textures of mid-20th century London, a perspective beautifully captured on paper. Choose the intricate world of La Bern's prose over the film to truly appreciate the creative foundations that underpin Hitchcock's cinematic vision.
Frenzy inspired from
Goodbye Piccadilly, Farewell Leicester Square
by Arthur La Bern