Reacting to Vertigo (1958) | Movie Reaction

[@louismarzullo1190]

You're one of the only reactors I've seen that doesn't mock the "cheesy" special effects on older films but just appreciates the acting, dialogue, plot, directing, etc. Just one more thing that makes you one of the best!

[@shredd5705]

Two things I hate 1) when they point out the old special effects 2) when they focus on pointing out what other movies they know each actor from. About 1) yeah ok, you have working set of eyes, congratulations. 2) Yeah the pro actor did more than just one movie... wow, who knew

[@louismarzullo1190]

@@shredd5705 Agreed! Both equally annoying. Have to give props to another reactor, Laura Shawn Lee, who avoids these tendencies & gives intellectually & emotionally satisfying reactions. Should have way more subscribers

[@rollotomassi6232]

@@shredd5705 Agree 100% and will add talking over scenes, missing key info, then asking questions because they missed the info.

[@thorguff]

It is only natural to remark on where someone recognizes an actor. It doesn't mean they have to give the whole filmography, film snob.

[@Gort-Marvin0Martian]

Exactly. The film was created to deliver a story not special effects! As we say here in Texas; Y'all be safe.

[@joebloggs396]

Americans never request his earlier British films but he did some great ones. The 39 Steps is a fun and much less stodgy adventure than North By Northwest. Even has a scene in Scotland. Sabotage is also brilliant and exciting. Shadow of a Doubt was his favourite of his later films. In Vertigo Gavin Elster probably paid off the hotel receptionist to confuse Scottie. Judy wasn't related to Madeleine. Elster makes her over to be like his wife (pays her for it), and Scottie also makes her over like that. First time the real Madeleine dies, second time the fake one does. Scottie solves the case but also feels guilt himself at the end with the second death he witnesses. The accidental fall could be justice for Judy or a result of the doomed romance. There's an alternate extended ending on KZbin with Midge trying to console Scottie at the end.

[@conureron3792]

For more Hitchcock: Psycho is a must. So is Rear Window. (James Stewart is in Rear Window)

[@Packard63]

This is one of those movies you need to watch quite a few times.......but don't worry about that because it is always worth it. Your first Hitchcock is never your last.

[@DawnMarieX]

Excited to see more 😅

[@paintedjaguar]

Yeah, "Vertigo" is one of those films that seem to keep improving with every re-watch. Quite a few people don't like it at all on the first viewing, but come to appreciate it later. I still don't like the experimental blurry shots, meant to be dream-like, but it's a great movie.

[@rxhawk75]

Rear Window, Psycho, Birds….all great classics.

[@dan_hitchman007]

Dawn Marie, Rear Window, North By Northwest, Psycho, The Man Who Knew Too Much, To Catch A Thief, The Birds, Marnie, and The Trouble With Harry are top later day Hitchcock classics not to be missed!

[@gregkirby9059]

and Family Plot is another one

[@Sol3UK]

Definitely Marnie and North by Northwest

[@dan_hitchman007]

@@gregkirby9059 I didn't find Family Plot to be one of his better films, but to each their own.

[@TheNeonRabbit]

Rear Window, definitely

[@rich6113]

Rope is another one.

[@rollotomassi6232]

"North by Northwest" Classic Hitchcock! The sexiness that the lovely Eva Marie Saint exudes throughout the film with Cary Grant was very risqué for the time.

[@Jeff_Lichtman]

If you visit San Francisco you can see many of the shooting locations used in this movie, like Fort Point, Mission Dolores, the Palace of the Legion of Honor, Coit Tower, and more. The shots when Scotty looks down and sees the background recede were done with a dolly zoom. That's where the camera moves forward or back while the lens zooms so that the foreground appears to move in or out. It's also called a "trombone shot." Another famous dolly zoom was in the movie Jaws, when Chief Brody is sitting on the beach when he sees the Kittner boy being attacked. Kim Novak's acting in Vertigo is really good. She plays two characters who are really the same person. Judy and Madeleine talk differently, walk differently, hold themselves differently. Novak portrayed Judy gradually becoming Madeleine again, so we can see the transition happening a bit at a time. I think of Vertigo as being one of Hitchcock's big four, with the others being Rear Window, North by Northwest, and Psycho. You'd do well to react to any of them. Other great Hitchcock movies include Rebecca, Shadow of a Doubt, Notorious, Strangers on a Train, Dial M for Murder, To Catch a Thief, and The Birds.

[@Fanfanbalibar]

In short, all of Sir Alfred 's movies are great, more or less depending on OUR expectations !

[@kevinmole9982]

that is one hell of a movie with brilliant direction

[@pleasantvalleypickerca7681]

Dawn Marie "North by Northwest" is a must watch! It's a great film.

[@shredd5705]

It is, but Rear Window is arguably the best

[@michaelm6948]

My favorite Hitchcock film was also his favorite, "Shadow of a Doubt". The next one you should watch is "Rear Window" also starring Jimmy Stewart and the lovely Grace Kelly.

[@Emburbujada]

This is my favourite Hitchcock film! I love everything about it!

[@Alfredo-xf3ml]

The first scene in MATRIX when policemen are running after Trinity in the roof is a tribute to the same scene in VERTIGO

[@lordwilksy]

Alfred Hitchcock makes his customary cameo appearance walking in the street in a gray suit and carrying a trumpet case.

[@jdeamaral]

I thought today would be a boring day, but then Dawn Marie uploaded a video, and now I'm smiling. What a GREAT DAY!

[@DawnMarieX]

Yay!! Hope you enjoy 😁

[@jdeamaral]

@@DawnMarieX yes...Dawn Marie is incredible. She won't answer this...by the way. You Tubers only answer new videos that are 15 minutes in. They are busy, you know!

[@kevinhouse4376]

Thanks, Dawn Marie! Hitchcock is my favorite director, and "Vertigo" is my favorite film of his. The first time I saw "Vertigo," I was watching it in bed after I had gone home sick from work. It's one of those first-time viewing experiences I'll never forget as I was completely engrossed in it much as you were. The next two Hitchcock films you should watch are "Rear Window" with James Stewart and "North by Northwest" with Cary Grant. After those two, many more great ones await you.

[@ItDoesntMatterReally]

Midge left after the breakdown in the hospital. She realized that Scottie was obsessed with Madeleine, even in death and that she couldn't live up to the idea of Madeleine in Scottie's head. She's so devastated because her and Scottie were engaged prior to the events of the film, but she broke it off in college after three weeks, but she clearly still carries a torch for him along with a resentment with some unknown origin. They discuss the nature of their relationship briefly in the first few minutes of the movie. Always liked Midge as a character. Wish we got more of her. Rope or Rear Window are probably best for your next stops on Hitchcock's filmography. Shadow of a Doubt might be my favorite though.

[@chrillekrook-odeal8875]

Yes, I just recommended Rear Window and Rope too! But maybe Rear Window first, for something slightly lighter after Vertigo...Btw, for people my age and older, Midge is a young Miss Ellie of the most famous soap of all, Dallas! Barbara Bel Geddes.

[@tomstanziola1982]

Shadow Of A Doubt was Hitchcock's own personal favorite of all the films he made. 😃

[@centurionl]

If I were him, I would've gone with midge.

[@terryhughes7349]

This was Hitchcock's most personal film and all about obsession. Great musical score by Bernard Herrmann. Hitchcock's cameo in Vertigo occurs about 10 minutes into the film. Whilst we wait for Scottie (James Stewart) to arrive at Elster's shipyard, Hitchcock walks across from left to right carrying what appears to be a bugle case. Hitchcock always made cameos near the films beginning.

[@ElliotNesterman]

Another thoroughly delightful film with James Stewart and Kim Novak is _Bell, Book, and Candle_ (1958). A fantasy romantic comedy, it also stars Jack Lemmon, and has many wonderful supporting actors. Alfred Hitchcock made fifty films, not counting a few silents. In 1940 he moved from the UK to Hollywood. His first American movie, _Rebecca,_ won the Oscar for Best Picture, his only film to do so. Hitchcock made three other films with James Stewart: _Rope_ (1948), _Rear Window_ (1954), and _The Man Who Knew too Much_ (1956). It's hard to have a single favorite Hitchcock movie, he made so many fine films. I think the one you should watch next is the 1959 _North by Northwest._ It is a spy/mystery/romance/thriller, and has one of the most often quoted scenes in cinema. Its mix of action, mystery, romance, and comedy make a great fun watch. It is credited as being a huge influence on the early Bond movies, which take much of their tone and general style from _North by Northwest._

[@DawnMarieX]

Sounds great thank you! 😁

[@shawn6669]

Bell Book and Candle is Great!

[@tomstanziola1982]

I love BELL BOOK AND CANDLE!!!! ❤️ Piewackit the cat is my favorite!!!! ❤️

[@geminicricket4975]

Ah, "Bell, Book and Candle"... the movie that inspired "Bewitched". :)

[@InfraMajin]

@@geminicricket4975 Well, major elements from both that film and I MARRIED A WITCH (1942, starring Fredric March & Veronica Lake)... similar to how the sitcom HOGAN'S HEROES was inspired by both STALAG 17 (1953) and THE GREAT ESCAPE (1963).

[@briangroboski4751]

You're going to love love love Hitchcock. It's tough to pick a favorite. Rear Window, Shadow of a Doubt, Strangers on a Train, Psycho, Suspicion, all rank among the best movies of all time. Oh, and look for him to make cameo appearances in the early scenes of several of his films.

[@DawnMarieX]

Oh I’ll have to keep an eye out! Did he appear in vertigo? 🤔

[@KalElvis]

REBECCA is a classic!!

[@jerryhayes9497]

​@@DawnMarieXyes... Just before Jimmy Stewart goes into Gavin Elsters office , Hitchcock can be seen walking past

[@jerryhayes9497]

@@DawnMarieX several Hitchcock films have been covered extensively on KZbin by other reactors.. Like Psycho and Rear window.. But a very good Hitchcock film I HAVEN'T seen on KZbin is Strangers on a Train If you covered it I think it would boost your subscriptions Just a thought 🤔

[@shredd5705]

@@jerryhayes9497 Vertigo is also not covered by nearly anyone, even when it's equal to Rear Window. Reactors just copy what the othes are doing, they miss so many good movies

[@a-jbrown7178]

God! Can't wait for you to do Rear Window. I'll be here. One of my all time favourite movies. And it's another James Stewart one too.

[@reactionisst]

There are other Hitchcock movies with even twistier plots, or more nail-biting suspense than this one, but Vertigo remains my favorite always because it just has this incredible, mysterious mood and dark, dreamlike atmosphere throughout the whole thing. It really makes you feel Scottie's obsession and how lost he is. Bernard Hermann's score is simply amazing. I can always rewatch this one and it feels new every time somehow. After Vertigo, my favorite Hitchcocks are probably Notorious, Strangers on a Train, and Shadow of a Doubt.

[@lifelover515]

More Hitch please Dawnie. Personal faves are 'Rear Window' (James Stewart, Grace Kelly), 'North by Northwest' (Cary Grant, James Mason) and 'Psycho' (Janet Leigh, Anthony Perkins), all essential viewing for any self-respecting cinema buff. And you will all of them 'not see coming'. One of his last films, 'Frenzy' (Barry Morse, Jon Finch) is also a nail-biter.

[@catherinelw9365]

Rebecca is a great film, overlooked now, but the only Hitchcock film that won Best Picture. Haunting, gothic, obsessive, highly recommend it.

[@sheert]

Not enough reactors do Vertigo. It's one of the best ever films. Great reaction too :) "I didn't see that coming!"

[@308W82]

Delightful reaction! A masterpiece -- several years ago, the American Film Institute and the British Film Institute both ranked Vertigo as the best film of all time! The surprise twists and turns are unlike any other film -- with two of the most captivating performances ever -- by Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novak, and additionally, one of the finest film scores by Bernard Hermann ever written.

[@Calico_Jack_]

Something you may love is Mel Brooks in, "High Anxiety". It is his nod to Hitchcock. A spoof of many of Hitchcock's best movies combined into one murder comedy. You're brilliant and always make my day!

[@paulwolffart1251]

She needs to watch a few more Hitchcock movies before High Anxiety to truly appreciate the satire. That is one of my favorite Brooks movies as well!

[@Calico_Jack_]

I would presume Dawn would anyways. This she learned with "Spaceballs". Besides, the likelyness that my suggestion goes beyond the comment section, is highly improbable.

[@shawn6669]

As someone from the US who's reasonably well read, I've read the word "Wheesht" before, but I'd never heard someone actually vocally use the term. That's another one off the bucket list I guess. :)

[@tomstanziola1982]

I love your accent so much, Dawn Marie!!!! 🥰❤️🌹

[@StephenLydon]

Vertigo as with most of Hitchcock is so atmospheric and there are so many scenes that are haunting and memorable. A masterpiece indeed

[@scottjohnston3144]

"North By Northwest" is probably my favorite Hitchcock movie followed closely by "Notorious" (Cary Grant & Ingrid Bergman) and "Rear Window". I think the most well known Hitchcock movie is "Psycho" (1960), which he made following "Vertigo" (1958) and "North By Northwest" (1959). About everything the man directed shows up regularly - "The Birds", "Strangers on a Train", "Rope", "Dial M for Murder", "To Catch a Thief", "The Wrong Man", "The Man Who Knew Too Much", "Marnie" - all are worth watching.

[@michaelstach5744]

Don’t forget Rebecca!

[@PGHEngineer]

They did a good job of restoring that movie. The colours in the exterior scenes are so beautiful. San Francisco was a beautiful city at one time.

[@scottski51]

Agree PGH about the beauty of that city, my favorite. In the 50s, it was still mostly low buildings due to the earthquake danger (I presume) and these older movies around SF show how nice it appeared before all the high rises came to town!

[@SmokeDogg11]

Rear Window is an absolute must watch.

[@jerryhayes9497]

Even other film directors call Hitchcock,"The Master" A unique genius

[@phosphorescentscotsman]

In 1958, this wasn't a critics pick. Its has only grown in status in the interviewing decades. Hitchcock's estate made this one unavailable to exhibitors along with Rope (1948) and Rear Window (1954) All three were re-released to theaters in the beginning 80's. These films were made for the big screen, and that's the best way to see them. When it come's to VISUAL story-telling Hitch was a creative genius. And its impressive that someone as young as yourself is able to appreciate it.

[@dimitrisnikoloulis4071]

An all time classic Hitchcockian masterpiece. A noir crime - mystery and psychological thriller , with so jawdropping plotwist ands and turns that makes feel dizzy. A masterful subtle soundtrack by Bernard Herrmann , who 2 years after gave us Psycho, together again with Alfred Hitchcock . The dynamic duo of Stewart and Novak is so intense.

[@JesseOaks-ef9xn]

Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novack starred in another movie together. It was a comedy and the end was pretty special. It was Bell, Book, and Candle.

[@mirkomustapic3883]

I appreciate people who like watching classics.Well done.One of best movies of all time.

[@jackmessick2869]

Strangers on a Train is a great film of Hitchcock's. The villain is so creepy! It is black and white, but the whole premise is intriguing and the way it's told is amazing. Vertigo is based on the French novel "From Among the Dead."

[@malarkey2217]

I would suggest 'REAR WINDOW' as your next Hitchcock reaction, as it's my favourite and your fav actor is in that one too! Another with JS is 'ROPE' which does get overlooked but is guaranteed to have your heart racing again. 😊

[@captbunnykiller1.0]

The dialogue in Rear Window is my favourite. And of course, Grace Kelly is perfect, too perfect.

[@chrillekrook-odeal8875]

My suggestion too! And Rope is a must see, almost a forgotten masterpiece.

[@joebloggs396]

Rope is more fun, great dialogue. To stop it being overlooked maybe mention it first.

[@sonnieandjacob]

Rear window I second it

[@nealrepetti2396]

The actress who played the leed roll in this movie 🎥 was Kim Novak. Very big actress back in the day.

[@KreshDraven6]

Funny how this has a very classic Hitchcockian feel but at the same time it's one of his most experimental projects. And no doubt one of his best. Cinematography, costumes and set design are gorgeous too. Simply a brilliant film. Hitchcock is a god tier director and I think you'll have a lot of fun with his films, personally my favorite is Rear Window.

[@captbunnykiller1.0]

This movie has so many layers, beautiful piece of storytelling.

[@Ceractucus]

From silent films to Hitchcock! Dawn Marie, you are quickly becoming my favorite reactor. Please keep them coming! Everyone please this a thumbs up and subscribe! : ) Judy fell because she was startled. This leaves me to wonder if Scotty was so in love with in her he would have forgiven her crimes and deceptions. I also think Judy did really try to stop Gavin Elster killing the real Madeline. She was in love with Scotty by that time and the real Madeline's death would mean she'd have to go into hiding. Sadly the real Madeline was already dead when Judy reached the top of the tower and Elster threw her off the tower as soon as Judy showed up. The reason Judy died was because of the Hays code. Between 1934 and 1968 there were rules about movies to make them more moral. One of the rules was that if a person that committed a crime had to either get caught or die, so Hitch had to write it that way. But I wonder if Scotty would have forgiven her, or had already done so. Almost all of Hitchcock movies are worth watching. IMO these are the best ones: Rebecca, Shadow of a Doubt, Read Window, North by Northwest, Psycho, Notorious, and this movie.

[@floraposteschild4184]

The hotel scene: Hitchcock doesn't explain it, but it seems that the desk clerk was bribed. Listen to the mechanical way she says "there's. Her. Key." and "What. Car." -- without even looking. It wouldn't be hard to arrange in advance: "there's this guy who keeps following me around. If he asks, please tell him I'm not here."

[@flasho-ns6do]

Good catch on the hotel clerk likely being "on the take" and open to accepting money to cover for Madeleine, even with a police detective or a retired one. Another subtle but clearly planted giveaway is how she immediately changes her tune about not wanting to breach her tenants' privacy the moment Scottie brings out his wallet. In that instant she thinks he is going to offer her money to rat on Madeleine, possibly more than Madeleine paid her to remain mum. So she begins to soften her stance on that "tenant privacy" bit and says, "Of course, I don't think it would..." but stops in her tracks and looks annoyed that he is not pulling out money to offer her after all but instead to show her his badge or detective I.D. So then she goes ahead of him upstairs to make sure Madeleine has ducked out through another exit somewhere and that the coast is clear. It all happens so fast but those little attitude transitions are definitely there to clear up whatever questions the audience might have about it. Hitchcock did not leave the only explanation being something metaphysical or outside of cold hard reality happening here.

[@wgandy9541]

Loved your reaction to this classic!!! One of my favorite Hitchcock movies is " Dial M for Murder" with Ray Milland and Grace Kelly (the actress in "Rear Window") I think you will love it. Another great Hitchcock movie is "Suspicion" with Cary Grant. I look forward to watching you as you travel this wonderful rabbit hole of Hitchcock greatness!!!

[@ultimatewarrior3310]

You should watch Abbott Costello movies too . This is a good classic. If you like these you will like key largo, the Maltese falcon, dark passages.

[@drg3712]

Rear Window is the one for you Dawn Marie

[@shawnp3187]

Definitely watch North by Northwest, you'll love Cary Grant's performance. Strangers on a Train is great and you'll enjoy Rear Window, more James Stewart.

[@coreyhendricks9490]

Cool reaction as always Dawn, you have a nice day sweetie 🥰❤️

[@Kevonutube303]

You're gonna love this. In honor of Spring coming, you could pull up another classic, "The Birds" by this great director.

[@DevlinDomini]

I know it’s a lot of work, but you have the coolest job!!! I watched this on VHS when I was 14 and never imagined how years later that KZbin would be a thing. If a time-traveler went back and said I’d be watching this with some Scottish mom on my tv…. I’d be like, “What? Huh?”

[@mikeduplessis8069]

'North by Northwest' is a fun Hitchcock film that stars Carey Grant ('Bringing up Baby', you'll recall).

[@Fanfanbalibar]

Cary, not Carey !

[@redviper6805]

Another thriller I strongly urge you to react to is Wait Until Dark. Not directed by Hitchcock but he might as well have. You’ll be on the edge of your seat and biting your nails!

[@droidx1191]

Another note related to "Vertigo" -- Bruce Willis and Madeleine Stowe recreate the famous "green scene" (when Judy has transformed into Madeleine for Scottie) in Terry Gilliam's amazing movie, "12 Monkeys." It is a phenomenal movie moment, made better by the observation Bruce offers beforehand, as their characters are watching Hitchcock movies while hiding out in a theater: He says something like, "I've seen this movie before, but it was different. But the movie can't change. I changed."

[@Fanfanbalibar]

Dear Bruce Willis, who has now such a bad condition (healthwise)........

[@MrGpschmidt]

My fave Hitchcock film. Masterpiece. An ultimate mindfuck of a film with superlative performances by Jimmy Stewart (my fav actor of all-time) and the divine Kim Novak - beyond tragic and suspenseful. Excellent beginning for his canon Dawn - you're in for a treat - I recommend PSYCHO, THE BIRDS, NORTH BY NORTHWEST and THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH (re-teaming w/Jimmy).

[@kathyk5319]

My favorite is The Birds, but a few runners-up are Marnie, Psycho, Strangers on a Train, Rear Window, The Rope. And his television series, Alfred Hitchcock Presents was A+.

[@deanjarva1373]

I've been putting off getting your Patreon, but now that you've done Vertigo, I feel I have to watch the full reaction!

[@whatthe_Alex]

Rear Window is probably my favorite Hitchcock film. It's a great mystery and the way it makes me feel involved in the story is perfect!

[@tmerrick24]

Rope, The Birds, Psycho, Rear Window, The Trouble With Harry, any of his films really, but i'd love to see your reactions to those.

[@harrytrevenen2310]

Dawn, think you would enjoy "Bell Book and Candle" from 1958, right up your alley, quirky comic love story. Nice chemistry between Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novak. With a little occult thrown in.

[@DawnMarieX]

I'll check it out!

[@Fanfanbalibar]

You won’t regret it and relax your stress after Vertigo @@DawnMarieX

[@Mike-rw2nh]

Warning: may contain traces of fanboying (you have been warned!) YES! YES! YES! Finally a film reaction channel that doesn’t follow the crowd and goes rootling for all those long forgotten gems. 11/10 for taste! P.s. No, I’m not going to ruin this by boring you with a list of films to watch. You do you. The Charlie Chaplin reaction was bloody genius!!! For all your self-deprecating humour, your channel is light years beyond the usual dross. Bravo!

[@itt23r]

One word: HARVEY. After IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, it's my favorite Jimmy Stewart movie. And you'll love it too.

[@michaelt6218]

The unexplained disappearance from the hotel room is what Hitchcock called an icebox scene, that is, a scene "that hits you after you've gone home and start pulling cold chicken out of the icebox" [refrigerator], as he explained. He enjoyed playing with his audience that way. Another GREAT Hitchcock movie with your boyfriend Jimmy Stewart in it is Rear Window. You'll love it! To answer your question at the end, I have *many* favorite Hitchcock movies, but the top three are probably Vertigo, Psycho, and The 39 Steps.

[@cliffordwaterton3543]

Great news - Dawn discovers Hitch! A host of incredible movies (including but not limited to) - Psycho/Suspicion/Rebecca/Notorious/Rear Window and my personal favourite - Spellbound. I think you'll love his movies and see why he is known as the Master of Suspense. Fun fact - Hitch appeared briefly in all of his films - not shown in your edit but he's carrying a weird shaped case and walks past james stewart as he enters the shipyard.

[@hollyodell4012]

As far as the scene in the hotel where she seems to disappear. I've always figured that since they were trying to make him think something supernatural was going on, Judy/Madeline might have stopped at the front desk before she went up and told the woman that some strange man was following/stalking her, maybe gave her a little money and asked that if a man came in asking about her to please act like she never came in, tell him she never saw her so he would go away. Then she ran up, made her brief appearance at the window, then left through some back door, and dashed off in her car. A good weird little event that he couldn't explain would make him more susceptible to a supernatural explanation.

[@craigtalbott731]

8:04 "Mrs. Davis?" "Could I have seventeen-fifty?" "Bless your heart!"

[@robinstevenson6690]

One possible alternative ending that some have mentioned is that the movie could reveal that Scottie was dreaming everything that happened starting with the necklace reveal, or that the whole thing was just a dream.

[@michaelmay5453]

I was scared of heights but at age 18 every Swedish man has to do his military service (or at least we did in 1988) and I wanted to get out of it. When I realized I couldn't I decided to make the best of it and selected special service, I became a platoon commander of the Airborne rangers. Kinda cured my fear of heights really fucking fast. The first day of training was to actually make a jump of 6 meters and land safely. I did that without flinching but I damn near fainted just looking down. Getting REALLY high up helped though, that didn't scare me in the same way and in the end, it cured my fear of heights. I stuck with it for a while but then ... things in the real world got out of hand and required my presence. Still glad I did that and my service in Kosovo and Bosnia saved people so I'm proud of that, no one can take that away.

[@BeastrealDT]

"Psycho", "The Birds" & "Rear Window", are my favorite Alfred Hitchcock movies. That last one also stars James Stewart. ✌️❤️🌹

[@FrancisXLord]

Having watched this film a zillion times, the only explanation that I have been able to fathom about her apparently not being present at the hotel is that the woman treating the plant in the lobby was too concentrated on what she was doing to notice her enter. Also that she had another key cut. Alfred Hitchcock was a cinematic genius who influenced filmmaking so deeply that he deserves his own day (he deserves his own month in my opinion). Vertigo was actually not popular upon its first release, it would be discovered in decades to come which implies it was probably a little ahead of its time. I consider it his greatest work but most people credit Psycho (1960) - definitely brilliant, and a must watch. There are so many other Hitchcock films that I would say the same about.

[@paintedjaguar]

Well, a lot of people say "Psycho", but I think many of them have never seen any other Hitchcock except maybe "The Birds" because those are the two that horror fans know about. Strange that they mostly don't know about "Frenzy", the only other of his films that really kind of belongs in that category.

[@clarkness77]

How was she able to disappear and drive her car away tho? Makes no sense

[@RDRussell2]

I've seen about 80% of all Hitchcock movies, and this one is my favorite. It keeps haunting you long after you've seen it! If you happen to like psychology - or Salvador Dali paintings - give "Spellbound" a try.

[@tenmark7055]

Congrats on 30k

[@garybrockie6327]

You have just taken your first step into a far larger world. Highly recommended Hitchcock movies… 1963 The Birds 1960 Psycho 1959 North by Northwest (lots of fun) 1955 The Trouble With Harry (dark comedy) 1955 To Catch a Thief (Hitchcock, Cary Grant, and Grace Kelly on the French Riviera.) 1954 Rear Window 1953 Dial M for Murder 1951 Strangers on a Train (Robert Walker as Bruno is brilliant) 1948 Rope (cinematic experiment in filming a play.) 1946 Notorious (A spy love Triangle don’t miss this.) 1943 Shadow of a Doubt (Hitchcock’s personal favorite) 1940 Rebecca (Love this movie) That is just a list of my favorite Hitchcock films that he made in Hollywood. He made great films in the UK as well.

[@frankethomas1248]

The older movies, especially those with the best directors (like Hitchcock) focused on two things: a great story, and great acting. They could afford to shoot a scene as many times as necessary, because they hadn't used up all their budget in explosions and special effects. I saw this movie when very young (I was six when it came out), and it's still one of my all-time favorites. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@wyrmshadow4374]

Celluloid was still expensive.

[@danielparsons2859]

'That was a bloody good movie' - great reaction.

[@scottski51]

Hitchcock's use of colors in this film has always struck me as brilliant. It lends so much to the overall feeling of unreality.

[@westlock]

Sixty years ago, San Francisco was one of the world's most beautiful cities. Now it is noted for crime and homelessness. 😢

[@SonicProfessor_a.k.a._T._Andra]

I love that you weren't pre-solving every, last, "twist" or occurrence or forthcoming event, etc. You were, bloody, perplexed! Perfection! 😝😝😛 Vertigo is, really, the top echelon of Hitchcock's work. ...But, personally, I've always had "a thing" for: North By Northwest. Rear Window, of course [Another, w/ the GREAT Jimmy Stewart!] The Rope is quite disturbing -and unique as it is shot as 'a single take' (not literally-cameras didn't hold enough film to accomplish that, so reels had to be switched-out (and there were "pauses"there), but other than that, it is, basically "continuous.") ...Based on a play -and, truly, disturbing, "philosophizing"/social assignations.) The Man Who Knew Too Much Shadow Of A Doubt Strangers On A Train ...all, necessary viewing. Marnie: ...I think, is the MOST disturbing of all of Hitchcock's work ...but, also: quite powerful. Of course, the "rom-com."(-ish): To Catch A Thief. [You CAN'T go wrong watching: Grace Kelly and Cary Grant. really!😛👍 ] --I, also, HAVE to recommend: "the best Hitchcock movie Hitchcock NEVER made.": CHARADE [Starring: Audrey Hepburn and (the aforementioned) Cary Grant 🤘🤘] Directed by: Stanley Donen [Superb, all-star cast!]

[@DanielS2001]

25:17 - That's still a rather debated topic. There's a few people who believe she jumped off the tower in fear. But a large number, such as myself, believe she accidentally fell off because of how scared she was and losing track of where she was stepping.

[@michaelstach5744]

I believe she thought the nun was the ghost of the murdered wife.

[@flasho-ns6do]

​@michaelstach5744 I also think that is totally possible. For one horrible and irrational moment she believed "someone dead", in fact someone she participated in killing, rose from the grave to take "possession" of her life in reality the way she had already allowed Scottie to replace her persona with the "ghost" of Madeleine. It was irrational, but made sense to her in that instant. Her "Oh no. No..." comes more from dread than shock or surprise. As if she is telling herself, "Oh no, this is what I had been dreading would happen all along."

[@TTM9691]

BEST REACTION TO VERTIGO EVER. It's not even my favorite Hitchcock movie. Fantastic reaction, wow. Keep doing Hitchcock, he's got SO MANY good movies! The top four for me are: PSYCHO, REAR WINDOW, STRANGERS ON A TRAIN and SHADOW OF A DOUBT. Also ROPE. Rear Window and Rope both have Jimmy Stewart. He's got lots of other good ones, but those four are REALLY great, textbook Hitchcock-as-master-of-suspense. Don't miss those four!

[@tomstanziola1982]

Hitchcock movies are fantastic!!! I think you'll enjoy more of them, Dawn Marie. A few good examples of Hitchcock's best, beside this one, NORTH BY NORTHWEST, PSYCHO, THE BIRDS, REAR WINDOW, STRANGERS ON A TRAIN, and SHADOW OF A DOUBT. I hope you get to see more of his work.

[@cgbleak]

Everybody likes this movie more than I do because I just can't suspend my disbelief. And yet, there are equally unrealistic scenarios in other Hitchcock films where I just say, yeah, okay, good. What to watch next? Good question. Hitchcock directed multiple masterpieces in multiple decades. You could start at the beginning with The 39 Steps (1935) and The Lady Vanishes (1938). In the 40's, there's Rebecca (1940, a personal favorite), Shadow of a Doubt (1943) and his two films with Ingrid Bergman--remember her from Casablanca?--Spellbound (1945) and Notorious (1946). The 50's were arguably his strongest decade, with Strangers On A Train (1951), Rear Window (1954, his first film starring James Stewart), Vertigo (1958) and North By Northwest (1959, my personal fave because it's just such an enjoyable ride. Here's a movie that really stretches credulity, but it's so much fun that you probably won't even notice ). The 60's started incredibly strongly with Psycho (1960, every slasher film has this in its DNA) and The Birds (1963) before a long, slow decline--though I fondly remember his last three films: Topaz (1969), Frenzy (1972) and Family Plot (1976). Maybe not up to his best, but very entertaining movies (the length of time between these films lets you know that he had fallen out of favor). Welcome to a new rabbit hole! Enjoy the journey!

[@MLJ7956]

Great reaction there...😁✌️ My top favorite Alfred Hitchcock films are... 1. Psycho (1960) 2. Vertigo 3. North By Northwest 4. The Birds 5. Rear Window 6. Strangers On A Train 7. Dial M For Murder 8. Rope 9. Torn Curtain 10. Marnie 10. The Trouble With Harry 11. The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956) 12. The 39 Steps (1935) 13. The Lady Vanishes (1938) 14. Suspicion 15. To Catch A Thief 16. Frenzy 17. Saboteur 18. Notorious 19. Lifeboat 20.Shadow Of A Doubt 21. Rebecca 22. The Wrong Man 23. Spellbound 24. I Confess 25. Family Plot

[@Fanfanbalibar]

The whole list!

[@johnhenryclark911]

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[@pepsiman990]

As dizzy as the opening was getting you, imagine it on the big screen!

[@dan_hitchman007]

"Vertigo" has a great story line twist where the protagonist transforms into the antagonist through his obsessive compulsion to have the fictional, idolized woman of his dreams. It rarely happens in movies. Hitchcock and his writers were devious little buggers.

[@raymeedc]

Rear window is another Hitchcock starring James Stewart (with the iconic Grace Kelly) you might like.

[@mirelapintea5278]

Got to see Vertigo last year in Beverly Cinema, the original 1958 format I.B. Technicolor 35mm from Tarantino's personal collection. Must say, it was one of the best experiences in my entire life. Much appreciation for this reaction! 💛🙏

[@chrillekrook-odeal8875]

Your reaction is probably about the same as mine and most other first-time viewers. The twist(s) in Vertigo is/are amazing. I had seen several Hitchcock movies many times before I saw Vertigo one night on tv, and it really gripped me, it's so bewildering and emotional at the same time. It brought tears to my eyes but I also shook my head at Scotty's fixation when he found her again. After seeing it the first time (and liking it, naturally), people just can't help telling everyone else about it, it lingers in your mind, it won't leave you alone, you have to see it again...If you haven't seen it yet, I think you'd enjoy "Rear Window" a lot now. (Not my personal absolute Hitchcock favourite, but it's fantastic entertainment and it has both James Stewart and Grace Kelly. A murder mystery and a funny dialogue, it's not as consuming and heavy as Vertigo.) As for my favourites, they would be Psycho and North by Northwest - and Vertigo. They share the top spot. The most overrated Hitchcock movie is, imo, Birds. Technically inventive and a good movie compared to many others, but not one of his best.

[@Nefarioso]

Regarding the hotel clerk, she did say that, as long as they pay, she doesn't ask questions. In this case, the husband paid. He paid her off to say that she saw no one.

[@rte4634]

I love older movies. Great reaction. Good job!

[@kellynorton]

My favorite Hitchcock movie is either Psycho or Rebecca. After a few of these movies I guess you'll have to watch Mel Brooks' High Anxiety.

[@DawnMarieX]

Yes it’s on the list! 😅

[@cgbleak]

@@DawnMarieX High Anxiety is a love letter to Hitchcock films, so don't watch it til you've seen a lot more Hitchcock.

[@Cosmo-Kramer]

@@DawnMarieX Dawn, here are my Top 5 Hitchcock pictures: *1) Rear Window 2) Notorious 3) Psycho 4) North By Northwest 5) Vertigo.*

[@chrillekrook-odeal8875]

My old mother (born 1938) still recalls going to the cinema as a young girl and seeing Rebecca. She hasn't seen many Hitchcock movies, I suppose, she's not a cineast, but Rebecca seems to have impressed her a lot. I like it too, but Psycho is more my cup of tea.

[@Fanfanbalibar]

Not that f…..ing High Anxiety !

[@jameswarkentin2798]

Rear Window is awesome. The Trouble With Harry is one of my favorites and is a little different from his usual. It's lesser known, but very entertaining.

[@fantasyisreality67]

Hi Dawn Marie. You're going to hear a ton of recommendations when it comes to the Hitchcock films. I will say I have no doubt whatever films you chose, you will be entertained 😉 Enjoy my exceptionally cute friend. BTW my favorite 2 Alfred Hitchcock films are the crowd pleaser favorites, North By Northwest and Psycho.

[@chrillekrook-odeal8875]

Btw, a forgotten masterpiece is "Rope" (1948), everything shot in the same apartment, it's a bit like watching a play at the theatre. It's really creepy. And it has James Stewart in it...but many people say that was bad casting. Maybe they're right but it's still a great movie.

[@hungfao]

Hitchcock was a genius. Even is early stuff tended to be captivating, A favorite? That's a tough one. Most would gravitate to 'Psycho' or 'The Birds'. They're both great. IMO, his masterpiece is 'Rebecca'.

[@clarencewalker3925]

People forget HItchcock's little mentioned movie "Frenzy." It was the film he wanted to make for years. If and when you see it, you'll understand.

[@jerrychandler657]

1. North by Northwest 2. Rear Window 3. The birds 4. To Catch a thief All Great!

[@rxtsec1]

Hitchcock always said the movie gave us the clues how she got out the hotel. The only thing I can think of is there was a backdoor. Earlier in the movie we saw her going through a backdoor

[@Adam_Le-Roi_Davis.]

A great reaction to a great film, Dawn. Nobody does quite like Hitchcock did, there are many great films of his, Jimmy Stewart is in quite a few Hitchcock films, as Hitchcock liked to use actors that he liked in many of his films. Some of my personal favourites of Hitchcock are: 'North by Northwest', 'Strangers on A Train', 'Psycho', 'Rear Window', 'The Birds', 'The Man Who Knew Too Much', and 'Marnie' but all of his films are great, Dawn.