Rear Window (1954)

* * * * 1/2

A stunning classic from Hitchcock which is enthralling and has all the elegance you would expect of films from the 50’s.

Considering how slow paced a lot of the film was it is surprising how captivated and, even with such a simple idea, a considerably interesting story emerges to intrigue the audience; this shows a talent of writing to creating such a dynamic film out of little action. A nice surprise in this plot was that the main male protagonist is confined to a wheelchair allowing the females in this film to become heroes and investigators.

The style of this film is wonderful, especially watching it in the 21st century when films are less perfect and actors and actresses less magisterial. From the outfits to the view from the rear window everything is clearly carefully thought through and looks stunning. Hitchcock has a grasp on every element of this film and every movement that takes place in it; this is why he is so masterful and how he can create such a masterpiece.