Color Psychology in Vertigo: The Green Ghost
In "Vertigo" (1958), color transcends mere aesthetic choice to become a powerful narrative tool. Among the film's carefully orchestrated color palette, none carries more symbolic weight than the haunting green that surrounds Madeleine/Judy throughout the film. This ethereal green glow, which has come to be known as "Vertigo green," serves as a visual re…
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