Wood, Robin. “Vertigo.” Hitchcock’s Films Revisited 1989, 108-130. Google Books.
        University of Pennsylvania Library, Philadelphia. 8 Apr. 2008. <http://books.google.com/
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        In this chapter, Robin Wood discusses his analysis of Vertigo and provides a review of the film. He starts off by declaring it one of the most beautiful films that has ever been made. The chapter breaks down various scenes and character interactions until he comes to the conclusion that the film is both “deep and universal.” He goes into detail about how Scottie tries to reasonably overcome his acrophobia and Madeleine’s situation. This progresses into the second stage of the film where he becomes overwhelmed with guilt. In the final third, Scottie becomes lost in the world around him. Wood applauds the fact that Hitchcock includes the audience in the film by having it understand what Scottie is going through. Although the film gives a disturbing attitude to life, it also demonstrates the power and value of love. The only flaw Wood finds is that Kim Novak could have shown more inwardness while playing Judy. The scene of her writing the letter is too drawn out and as a result loses some of its power. Nevertheless, he praises the film’s “emotional depth” and its “power to disturb.”
        This analysis and review was of great importance to Vertigo’s eventual rise to prominence. When it was first released, the film was greeted with mixed reviews and a poor box office. It was not until critics began focusing on the artistic elements of the story, that Vertigo gained its much deserved respect.