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The Hitchcock Zoom: How the Iconic Auteur Used Focus to Tell Story

The "Vertigo Effect" changed camera composition for all of Hollywood history. Alfred Hitchcock changed Hollywood in more ways than one. The master of suspense is known for his cameos and bold storytelling, but we think he doesn't get enough credit for the shot he created that changed cinema forever. Today, let's talk about how the Hitchcock Zoom, developed while shooting the 1958 classic film Vertigo, changed the story and left an indelible mark on Hollywood. First, let's watch a few examples of the iconic shot. Do you know the story of Vertigo? It was released to mixed reviews and essentially bombed at the box office, but critics and viewers found it in later years. Now people debate whether or not it's the best movie of all time. The movie is even in the Library of Congress, preserving it as one of our cinematic masterpieces. Everything about the movie is interesting. From the use of color to the score, which Martin Scorsese said helped dial in the theme. Read More...

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Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 8 April, 2021

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