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For which director did Saul Bass create the "North by Northwest" title sequence?

  • Billy Wilder

  • Steven Spielberg

  • Alfred Hitchcock

  • Stanley Kubrick

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The "North by Northwest" title sequence was created by Saul Bass for Alfred Hitchcock, the renowned master of suspense. Bass introduced several revolutionary techniques in this sequence, including the use of diagonal lines and rapidly changing images synced to the music, effectively conveying a sense of movement, tension, and anticipation. This pioneering design pushed the boundaries of cinematic title sequences and became an iconic representation of Hitchcock's cinematic style.
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