Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series)

Portrait of Jocelyn (1956)

Alfred Hitchcock: Self - Host

Quotes 

• [first lines] 

  Himself - Host : [Hitchcock is studying his thumb intently]  What an extraordinary thumb. It completely obscures the subject I'm painting. I used to paint along the roadside. But I had to quit. Motorists insisted on giving me rides. Hold that pose. Remain perfectly still for the next half hour. Care to see my handiwork? I have several canvases ready.

  [holds up signs with Post No Bills and Kilroy Was Here on them] 

  Himself - Host : Or, if you like something more exotic...

  [holds up another sign with Pas de Stationnement] 

  Himself - Host : It's French, and of course...

  [holds up another sign with Please Stand By] 

• [last lines] 

  Himself - Host : And so Mark Halliday finally found the bluebird of happiness. It had been there all the time. In any theatrical presentation, the next-to-closing spot is deemed the most advantageous. That explains the placement of this number in tonight's variety show.

  [commercial break] 

  Himself - Host : Bravo, Bravo. That was a real showstopper in every sense of the word. Now I see there is just time enough for me to wish you pleasant dreams. And a happy analysis. Good night.