Today, prestigious/pretentious Sight & Sound released their newest poll of the Top 10 greatest films ever made, as according to those surveyed. From the large pool of film critics and filmmakers all around the globe, there certainly was a stunner, as Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo came out on top over the long-time reigning champion, Citizen Kane.
Though I love the two films, I will say both as a follower and fan of the poll that I am happy for the upset. I tend to prefer Hitchcock's masterpiece over Citizen Kane, since it balances its visual direction and story, unlike Kane which is more of a spotfest of great cinematography.
Other big news from the poll was the newly included presence of experimental silent film classic The Man With The Movie Camera and John Ford's The Searchers. Both are well worth checking out, if you haven't already done so.
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