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Trust Weighted
Really Great
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78Trust Points
BigdaddyDave's Review
Summary - Great 4.0
Great acting, and a suspenseful story make Vertigo a great thriller that still holds its charm today.
Scottie (James Stewart) is a retired police detective suffering from a fear of heights, who is asked to investigate Madeleine (Kim Novak), a mysterious and beautiful wayward wife. The two become entwined in an elaborate story that features twists and turns that keep you on edge to the end.
Acting - Great 4.0
Male Stars - Really Great 4.5
James Stewart is in fine form as the inquisitive, yet vulnerable detective, searching for answers. A typical toure-de-force form the legendary actor. Hitchcock's daughter said in the bonus materials that Stewart represents every man, and that audiences can relate to him. I agree.Female Stars - Great 4.0
Kim Novak is alluring and mysterious, radiating beauty and intrigue in every scene.Female Costars - Really Great 4.5
Male Costars - Great 4.0
Film - Really Great 4.5
Direction - Perfect 5.0
Magnificent job by the master story teller. The subtle use of colors, camera angles, and sets create a masterpiece.Dialogue - Very Good 3.5
Although a bit slow in spots by todays standards, the film does manage to hold your interest.Music - Really Great 4.5
Visuals - Perfect 5.0
a recurring spiral motiff, innovative camera shots, and use of colors are just some of the keys to making this movie special.Edge - Tame 1.5
Sex Innocent 1.4
Violence Gentle 1.5
Rudeness Polite 1.5
Reality - Glib 1.9
Circumstantial - Surreal 2.3
Biological - Glib 1.7
Physical - Glib 1.8
1 Comment
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Wick Sep 29, 2009 9:22PM
Regarding Fire at Will!’s Review
Great review Will, especially your analysis of the acting.