The document analyzes various symbols, motifs, and cinematic techniques used in the film Vertigo. It discusses how the color green is used to represent the ghostly and uncanny. It also examines the use of spirals, tunnels/corridors, bouquets of flowers, and sequoia trees as symbols and their relationship to themes of mortality, obsession, and vertigo. Additionally, it highlights techniques like the "Hitchcock zoom" and Bernard Herrmann's memorable score that enhanced the dizzying effects central to the film.

1. Vertigo Colours , symbolism , motifs

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