Vertigo (film)

"Vertigo" is a 1958 psychological thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The film follows a retired San Francisco police officer named Scottie, who develops a fear of heights after a traumatic incident. He is hired to follow a woman, Madeleine, whom he believes is possessed by a tragic past. As he becomes obsessed with her, themes of identity, fear, and desire intertwine, leading to a dramatic and haunting climax. Its innovative cinematography and complex storytelling have earned "Vertigo" a place as one of cinema's greatest films, often exploring the nature of love and loss.