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Vertigo is not the last word in misogyny, but a feminist deconstruction of it


While some critics see the film, released 60 years ago, as proof of Hitchcock’s sexist creepiness, a closer look reveals strong women and weak men were often at the heart of his work

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Under the Skin - BFI review

The end of the auteur?

Behind Carol: the photographers who influenced Todd Haynes’ award-winning film

Is Vertigo the best or worst movie ever?

5 Brilliant Moments in Patterns

Film: camera shots examples

Stories We Tell - the Guardian Film Show review

Shaun of the Dead - 'The Plan' montage

Dracula, 1931 - Don't look in the mirror

Buster Keaton - Silent Film Era

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Sixth Form Course Information

Photography Competition

Teacher of English - (Maternity cover - Possible TLR available)

December Mock Examinations

Learnit Physics: Formula Practice

January 2026 Examinations

School Policies

Parents Evening :: Year 10

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