This is a truly wonderful reimagining. Initially, Wheatley’s direction transports us to a gorgeous seaside resort in this rich period piece. The costumes and cars are stunning, and the unpleasant boss figure gives way to a quietly assured Maxim, portrayed with charm and grace by Mr. Hammer. It's fortunate for the lovely (though apprehensive) lady’s friend that she encountered him—or is she? Mr. Hammer’s portray…

If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free reviews, please follow my blog @ https://www.msbreviews.com Netflix’s *Rebecca* is based on the 1938 novel of the same name by Daphne du Maurier, but it isn't its first cinematic adaptation, which leads me to a slightly embarrassing admission: I’ve never seen Alfred Hitchcock’s famous version of this story (and I haven’t read the book either, though I maintain that doesn’t matt…