Out of more than 58 films that Alfred Hitchcock directed in his lifetime, “Vertigo” stands out as one of the best for its suspense, innovative camera use and haunting memorable score, making it an ideal choice for Pacific Symphony Pops to reinvigorate by performing the soundtrack live! During a symphonic night at the movies, the colorfully enhanced 1958 film plays on the big screen as Bernard Herrmann’s hypnotic score is recreated by the orchestra, led by Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman. Set in the hustle and bustle of San Francisco in the late 1950s, the romantic thriller stars James Stewart and Kim Novak, who were both praised for their performances. (Stewart won multiple awards for his role.) Driven by the motif of obsession, the film follows the life of retired detective John “Scottie” Ferguson, who suffers from a fear of heights and vertigo. After being reengaged to follow his friend’s wife, Ferguson begins to fall dangerously in love with her.
The Symphony’s screening of “Vertigo” takes place Thursday-Saturday, April 30–May 2, at 8 p.m. in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets are $35-$160, Box Circle $185. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (714) 755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org.
