Detective "Scottie" (James Stewart) is hired to trail a woman named Madeleine (KIm Novak) by her husband. He slowly becomes obsessed with her and then things get really strange.
Lousy Hitchcock film. It's VERY slow-moving and makes little sense. The twist at the end is ridiculous. Also Stewart and Novak (both good actors) give lousy performances. Also it's pushing credibility that Novak (who was in her 20s) would fall for Stewart (who was in his 50s). It LOOKS good in bright vivid color but the stupid plot, slow pace and bad acting make this a chore to watch. This was a flop in 1958 but has inexplicably acquired a cult following over the years. Avoid at all costs.
Lousy Hitchcock film. It's VERY slow-moving and makes little sense. The twist at the end is ridiculous. Also Stewart and Novak (both good actors) give lousy performances. Also it's pushing credibility that Novak (who was in her 20s) would fall for Stewart (who was in his 50s). It LOOKS good in bright vivid color but the stupid plot, slow pace and bad acting make this a chore to watch. This was a flop in 1958 but has inexplicably acquired a cult following over the years. Avoid at all costs.