Why is Vertigo movie so good?
Why is Vertigo movie so good? Here’s what top film critics say about the timeless lure of the film: The plot is mysterious, suspenseful, romantic and hypnotizing — in the most twisted way (and without today’s visceral film violence). The film’s plot follows a boy (James Stewart) who falls for a girl (Kim Novak).
Was the movie Vertigo a flop?
The mixed reviews almost certainly hurt Vertigo at the box office and the film was widely regarded as a failure. Hitchcock pointed an accusatory finger at Jimmy Stewart. At 50-years-old, Stewart was, according to the director, too old to convincingly play then-25-year-old Kim Novak’s love interest.
Is Vertigo movie worth watching?
“Vertigo” is particularly distinctive, both as a complex story filled with suspense, and as a fascinating study in psychological tension. While it lacks the humor of some of Hitchcock’s other masterpieces, and sometimes moves rather slowly, it is unforgettable, and a great achievement by the director and his cast.
What does the ending of Vertigo mean?
Vertigo’s ending
In the final scene, Scottie (James Stewart) has discovered that Judy (Kim Novak) is actually Madeleine and was part of a murder plot. To cure himself of his vertigo, Scottie forces the duplicitous Judy to reenact the murder.
