1. Vertigo (1958) Character Analysis & Opening Sequence

2. Mind-map the words you would use to describe ‘Scotty’ and his character in Vertigo

3. 1. Pick three words from the previous task and identify one scene when this
characteristic of Scotty is demonstrated
2. Provide a short analysis of how the scene contributes to our understanding of Scotty
or to the narrative development
Characteristic Scene Analysis

4. Live Action & Graphics
Designed by Saul Bass
Watch the title sequence from Vertigo and analyse the micro-elements
and imagery.
How are we introduced to the character of Madeleine?
What do we learn about the character through the use of camera
shots, graphics and body language?

8. Summary and additional notes