Kim Novak's Vertigo

Kim Novak's Vertigo (2026)



8.0 2026 77 min —

Director: Alexandre O. Philippe

Cast: Kim Novak, Alexandre O. Philippe

Documentary
Dive into the enigmatic world of Kim Novak, the silver-screen siren forever etched in cinematic history by Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece, *Vertigo*. This captivating documentary traces her luminous rise to Hollywood royalty and her daring escape from the spotlight to a quiet, brush-in-hand existence as a painter in the misty landscapes of Oregon. Through never-before-seen archival gems and Novak’s own intimate, unfiltered memories, witness the fearless reinvention of a woman who traded fame for freedom and found her truest self far from the flashbulbs.

More About This Film

Kim Novak's Vertigo is a documentary examining actress Kim Novak and her enduring connection to Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo. The film uses Novak's perspective to revisit the making of the classic, her relationship with the role of Madeleine and Judy, and the way the movie has continued to shape conversations about cinema, identity, and performance.

Rather than simply recounting Vertigo's production, the documentary gives attention to Novak as an artist and to the complicated history surrounding one of her most famous performances. It offers film lovers a chance to reconsider a canonical Hollywood movie through the eyes of one of its central stars.

  • The documentary focuses on Kim Novak and her experience of Vertigo.
  • It revisits Alfred Hitchcock's 1958 film.
  • The project combines personal reflection with film-history material.
  • It is designed for audiences interested in classic Hollywood and cinematic legacy.
  • The film is listed as a 2026 documentary release.

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