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One sheet previously linenbacked and restored, subsequently very badly faded which is rather common with this particular poster. poster for the classic psychological thriller film
Vertigo, directed by Alfred Hitchcock and released in 1958. It is widely considered one of the greatest films ever made and is known for its groundbreaking cinematic techniques and exploration of human obsession.
Film Details
Release Date: May 9, 1958 (San Francisco Premiere)
Director: Alfred Hitchcock
Starring: James Stewart and Kim Novak
Plot: The story follows John "Scottie" Ferguson, a former police detective who retires due to acrophobia (fear of heights) and vertigo after a colleague's death. An old friend hires him to follow his wife, Madeleine, who is behaving strangely. Scottie becomes obsessed with her and falls in love, leading to a complex and tragic plot involving murder, mistaken identity, and psychological manipulation.
Significance: The film is noted for its dreamlike atmosphere, Bernard Herrmann's haunting score, and the innovative "dolly zoom" camera effect, which visually conveys Scottie's sense of vertigo. The poster itself was designed by the acclaimed graphic designer Saul Bass. |
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