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Alfred Hitchcock had a very long career in movies.
(Born: August 13, 1899, Leytonstone, London, United Kingdom
Died: April 29, 1980, Bel Air, Los Angeles, California, United States)
In his six decades in the movie business he made over fifty films.
My research suggests Rear Window is considered one of his greatest works.
The film follows L.B. Jeffries (Stewart), a professional photographer who is confined to his apartment with a broken leg. He spends his time spying on his neighbors through his rear window, and becomes convinced that one of them has committed murder. The lives of the neighbours provide a motiff for the concerns of Hitchcock.
Rear Window was a critical and commercial success, and is considered one of Hitchcock's best films. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Here are some of the things that make Rear Window a classic film:
The suspenseful atmosphere: The film creates a sense of unease and suspense by trapping the viewer in Jefferies' point of view. We see what he sees, and we feel the same sense of isolation and claustrophobia that he does.
Hitchcock's masterful use of camerawork: Hitchcock uses a variety of techniques to create suspense and tension, including long takes, tracking shots, and point-of-view shots. He also makes use of shadows and reflections to create a sense of mystery and unease.
The performances: The cast gives excellent performances, particularly James Stewart and Grace Kelly. Stewart is believable as the injuredv photographer who becomes obsessed with his neighbors, and Kelly is charming and intelligent as his girlfriend.
The inaction in the photographers life seems mirrored by his relationship with his girlfriend, the transcendentally gorgeous Grace Kelly. She wants more than he is willing to offer and likewise he does not fit into her life as a high fashion model and dress designer.
Mel Ulm
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