It's no surprise that weird, and sometimes eerie things happen in the city.
Scenic San Francisco has long been the backdrop to many a cheery movie. But, as the dark fog rolls in, and the shadows cross over senescent architecture, the city also becomes part of a more sinister plot. Explore, if you dare, 10 of scary movies films that take advantage of old SF to induce fright.
Vertigo (1958)
There's no list of San Francisco thrillers without including Alfred Hitchcock's classic, Vertigo. In the film, detective Scottie Ferguson is forced to leave the police force after suffering from vertigo. He is soon given the task of following Madeleine, who appears to be possessed by the spirit of her great-grandmother. Deception, obsession, and madness ensue. In addition to the iconic scene at Fort Mason, other San Francisco locations in Vertigo include Union Square, Mission Dolores, and Ernie's Restaurant. You can see a full list of locations here.
