Alfred Hitchcock: Vertigo

Watch a complex story unravel with many twists and turns in a modern nod to a classic film with Alfred Hitchcock: Vertigo.

I've never been a massive fan of Hitchcock films. I appreciate some of them, and I can certainly appreciate what he brought to the film industry. There's no doubt that he arguably helped propel the thriller genre more than any other director through the masterful use of cinematography. That's the key thing to remember, Hitchcock was a director known for his style, which Pendulo Studios have looked to recreate in their new title Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo.

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After a thrilling opening, Alfred Hitchcock Vertigo descends into utter farce. This awkward attempt at a narrative adventure is hampered by ridiculously long loading times, terrible animation, and awkward vocal performances. Give this one a wide birth and just go watch the film instead.

A narrative game with an excellent mystery story behind it, but that’s about it…