Review of Vertigo (1958) by Joseph S — 14 Dec 2011

Even by Hitchcock standards this is a masterpiece.

This review of Vertigo (1958) was written by Joseph S on 14 Dec 2011.

Vertigo has generally received very positive reviews.

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