Content Warnings
Overall Severity: 🟡 45/100
Total warning time: 1m 25s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 30/100 (18s)
- 🟡 30/100 [00:45:12 - 00:45:20] A passionate kiss between the main characters.
- 🟢 20/100 [01:20:05 - 01:20:15] Brief scene with suggestive dialogue.
Drug Use: 🟢 10/100 (5s)
- 🟢 10/100 [00:30:45 - 00:30:50] A character is seen drinking alcohol at a bar.
Violence: 🟡 50/100 (1m)
- 🟡 60/100 [00:55:30 - 00:56:10] A character falls from a height, implied death.
- 🟡 40/100 [01:30:20 - 01:30:40] A tense confrontation with psychological distress.
Strong Language: 🟢 20/100 (2s)
- 🟢 20/100 [00:15:10 - 00:15:12] Mild profanity used in dialogue.
Movie FAQ
Q: Who directed the movie Vertigo (1958)?
A: Vertigo (1958) was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
A: Vertigo (1958) was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
Q: What is the main plot of Vertigo (1958)?
A: Vertigo follows former police detective John 'Scottie' Ferguson (James Stewart), who suffers from acrophobia and vertigo. He is hired to follow the wife of an acquaintance, Madeleine Elster (Kim Novak), who behaves strangely. As Scottie becomes obsessed with her, he uncovers a complex web of deception and tragedy.
A: Vertigo follows former police detective John 'Scottie' Ferguson (James Stewart), who suffers from acrophobia and vertigo. He is hired to follow the wife of an acquaintance, Madeleine Elster (Kim Novak), who behaves strangely. As Scottie becomes obsessed with her, he uncovers a complex web of deception and tragedy.
Q: Who are the main actors in Vertigo (1958)?
A: The main actors in Vertigo are James Stewart as John 'Scottie' Ferguson, Kim Novak as Madeleine Elster/Judy Barton, Barbara Bel Geddes as Midge Wood, and Tom Helmore as Gavin Elster.
A: The main actors in Vertigo are James Stewart as John 'Scottie' Ferguson, Kim Novak as Madeleine Elster/Judy Barton, Barbara Bel Geddes as Midge Wood, and Tom Helmore as Gavin Elster.
Q: What is the significance of the title Vertigo?
A: The title Vertigo refers to the protagonist's psychological condition, which causes dizziness and disorientation. It also symbolizes his spiraling obsession and the film's themes of illusion, identity, and manipulation.
A: The title Vertigo refers to the protagonist's psychological condition, which causes dizziness and disorientation. It also symbolizes his spiraling obsession and the film's themes of illusion, identity, and manipulation.
Q: Is Vertigo (1958) considered a classic?
A: Yes, Vertigo is widely regarded as a classic and one of Alfred Hitchcock's greatest films. It has been praised for its psychological depth, innovative cinematography, and haunting score. In 2012, it was named the greatest film of all time in the Sight & Sound critics' poll.
A: Yes, Vertigo is widely regarded as a classic and one of Alfred Hitchcock's greatest films. It has been praised for its psychological depth, innovative cinematography, and haunting score. In 2012, it was named the greatest film of all time in the Sight & Sound critics' poll.
