Rear Window (1954)
A wheelchair bound photographer spies on his neighbours from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.
Cast and Information
Directed By: Alfred Hitchcock
Written By: Cornell Woolrich, John Michael Hayes
Starring: James Stewart, Raymond Burr, Sara Berner, Wendell Corey, Anthony Warde, Thelma Ritter, Frank Cady, Grace Kelly, Judith Evelyn, Jesslyn Fax, Ross Bagdasarian, Georgine Darcy
Genres: Drama, Suspense/Thriller, Crime, Mystery
AKA: Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window
Country: USA
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Paxton | 85 93rd |
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I caught my neighbor watching this through his window and I thought it would be hilarious if I buried something under his flower bed but I couldn't find a shovel so I just murdered my wife instead. You should've seen his face!
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MartinTeller | 99 99th |
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I've seen this I don't know how many times, but it still fills me with tension and dread. And the characters are all wonderful, particularly Thelma Ritter. There are a dozen Hitchcock films that are notable, but this is without a doubt one of the best.
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Leonardis | 97 95th |
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I don't really think there is anything about this movie that I didn't like. Hitchcock's directing is as expertise as usual, and the dialogue and story are thoroughly original and ahead of its time. The whole movie took place in one room and while it is a slow movie at times, it kept my attention. Stewart is fantastic as usual and the supporting cast shines quite a bit as well. I would recommend it to anyone who already likes Alfred Hitchcock. I will definitely be watching it again.
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Alex Watkins | 5 91st |
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No matter how times I see this, I'll never be able to stop silently screaming at Grace Kelly to get the hell out of Raymond Burr's apartment. Brilliantly structured, superbly acted, amazingly shot and executed; as tense as they come, and next to Vertigo as Hitchcock's best film.
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BeeDub | 100 97th |
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Not having seen it since high school, I originally gave this a Tier 8 score. Then I rewatched it, and damn! What was I thinking?
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TimeCapsule | 92 95th |
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Like with so many films, even if you haven't actually seen them, through the power of pop-cultural-osmosis, you probably kind of have already seen them somewhere. So after seeing enough things like "Bart of Darkness" on The Simpsons, I was a little nervous how they might impact my first viewing. However like already knowing the twists of "Psycho"(1960) half a century later, most of the reasons that made Hitchcock's movies cultural touchstones in the first place, still manage to hold up today.
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Stain | 100 95th |
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Total classic. Actually gets better the more you think about it, thanks to all the subtext cleverly built in
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kyvetti | 98 99th |
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Practically perfect in every way, and one I have watched probably more times than any other film and still keep on finding new things.
I keep claiming that this film is actually a romantic comedy where the main point is the relationship of Jeff and Lisa and the thriller elements and murder is just a McGuffin, something which puts the story in motion and is highly important for the characters but how it actually works out is of less importance for the movie...
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CMonster | 90 93rd |
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You hear so much about this movie and it's sense of tension and dread. While those elements were present, I was actually surprised by how much humor and relationship drama there were. But at the end, it was so well built up that the tension shone through. I was actually in a crowded theater getting to see this for the first time and somebody screamed at the end. It was kind of perfect. Stewart and Kelly were fantastic.
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Hawkins | 89 88th |
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Injured by shooting too close to danger, an obsessive photographer opts to observe his subjects from afar. Opening pan across the apts is pure cinema. For so long the real mystery here is whether or not there's even a mystery (this is unfortunately broken when Thorwald turns out to be more shallow than we are led to think) but what captivates most is atmosphere - the fluidity between incidental and diegetic music, the offbeat neighbors, the charmingly fake soundstage.
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weirdyoda | 99 98th |
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A Hitchcock masterwork featuring great performances by Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly. Totally unique and captivating. Grace Kelly plays the most likeable female character in the entire Hitchcock canon.
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kubricksucks | 65 27th |
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In the 50s a cripple looking out a window was really avant garde.
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Nathan S | 4 74th |
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It's all filmed from Jimmy Stewart's apartment, but it doesn't feel claustrophobic, restrained, or even slow. Hitchcock's structure is perfect, and the one-room setting helps the suspense immensely. I love the script, and though there aren't many characters, the movie is full of great acting. One of Hitch's best.
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Boobjuice | 93 95th |
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I watched this in a high school film class, and you figure that watching an older movie like this would have a classroom of teenagers antsy and bored outta their stupid, unable-to-appreciate-classic-film minds. But lo! Everybody remained engaged and quiet throughout, and ended up really loving it... which illustrated to me that some films really can epitomize timelessness and be damn near perfect.
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eveelun | 88 96th |
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Perhaps Hitch's tightest picture: the atmosphere is remarkably contained (great sets and wonderful use of diagetic sound), the characters are wry, witty, and fun, and the story is compelling and carefully focused. The film also successfully employs a wide range of tones, from great romantic banter to absolutely chilling cruelty, resulting in a terrific experience. If there's anyone who hasn't seen a Hitchcock film before, this would be a phenomenal introduction.
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Pickpocket | 10 98th |
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Perfect example of why Hitchcock is the master of suspense
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| 4 | renatoromero | 100 95th |
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Superb! Hitchcock at his best! The masterpiece that best fits the term "hitchcockian film" for certain. One of the most inspired directing and one of the most marvelous screenplays of all time. One of my personal faves.
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The Pirate | 91 94th |
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One of the best thrillers I've ever seen. I didn't expect so much comedy to be interwoven, but from start to finish, I was intrigued, entertained, and a little scared.
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Ag0stoMesmer | 5 98th |
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Masterful suspenser with a(n uncharacteristically for Hitch) heart-warming and believable relationship at the centre. Spectacular set design perfectly places everyone, including the viewer right there.
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doctor7 | 85 83rd |
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Incredibly suspensful towards the end but I must admit it does take a bit to get going. However that does reflect the sheer boredom of the central character being cooped up in his apartment for six weeks straight. The cinematography is superb, as almost all of it takes place from the protagonists apartment, and the natural soundtrack perfectly heightens the tension. Still I can't honestly say I think it's as great as everyone else does.
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jimmynmu | 96 98th |
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Hitchcock was really the master of suspense, this is a great example.
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Ytadel | 9 98th |
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Not quite my favorite Hitchcock but the first film I think of when he's brought up, a quintessential and nearly flawless example of his style. Jimmy Stewart is the perfect helpless everyman Hitchcock protagonist, Grace Kelly is the perfect Hitchcock blonde, and the plot makes us the helpless voyeur into a world of suspense and murder right there with our hero. The snappy dialogue and thrills have aged like fine wine, and retain all their kick to this day.
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PeaceAnarchy | 84 77th |
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A tense, fun movie that really makes you get into Stewarts character. We see everything from his point of view and go through the same series of suspicions he does. The best part of the film is how it doens't focus on the mystery as much as the spying and makes us complicit in it, not only spying on a possible murderer but on the entire neighborhood.
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Farzan | 95 96th |
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Rear Window is a rare kind of film, It is unbelievable that one of Hitchcock's most suspenseful films takes place in one room, he does a hell of a job of keeping you captivated, and no matter who it is, and how tough you are, you are bound to jump out of your seat when Raymond Burr comes home, and Grace Kelly is in his apartment. If you want to get into Hitchcock, this is recommended viewing, an absolute Triumph. A Masterpiece of Cinema.
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twincinema | 100 99th |
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One of the few films that are a "must see" for any aspiring director. From a technical standpoint, the film is stunning. Hitchcock manages to make the small set larger than life, as each scene is brimming with energy. The slow build to the final tense moments is masterful. Also, it took a rewatch of this film to realize how funny it is. Hitchcock manages to balances the levity of the situation with some good hearty chuckles.
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TedDedon | 94 92nd |
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I love Rear Window. It's incredibly intense and incredibly watchable every time you pop it in. Most movies like this get a little boring after so many viewings, but not this one.
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Luna6ix | 88 95th |
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James Stewart does quite well, but every other player in this film is simply average, it doesn't pick up until after about 30 minutes, but after that it is quite good.
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whatismyname | 60 49th |
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You can see the main theme/plot/premise/whatever the word is in other movies like Disturbia, Head over Heels, etc. Although I enjoyed this movie, I don't seem to fall in love with it like others do on Criticker, Imdb etc. I know it wasn't the intention, but there were parts where I just started laughing. The ending where he kept flashing him with the light and the neighbors and cops being 'fast forwarded' were priceless.
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Obdurate | 90 91st |
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A great reflection on privacy but also a good character study. It starts off pretty lighthearted, but then becomes more grave as it goes on. An excellent mystery movie that employs a lot of Hitchcock trademarks and his storytelling formula, but does so remarkably. Also, the direction is top notch, and the use of sound is extraordinary. Sound itself is really a character, which is so rare, the absence of it can be felt and things can be tense without a word really spoken.
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Anselmi86 | 99 99th |
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The best subjective thriller ever made. Hell, it might just be the greatest thriller ever made, period. More suspenseful and interesting than I ever thought a film could be. An absolute masterpiece and Hitchcock's finest film.
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| 3 | unccomp08 | 95 80th |
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One of Hitchcock's greatest films. The way he is able to build such suspense even though the entire movie takes place from one location is brilliant. There are also several sub-plots within the movie that are probably good enough to make a movie all there own. Stewart's performance is excellant as usual. It's just a great suspense thriller from start to finish.
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chemtrails | 80 90th |
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Pretty tense
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billkerwin | 96 96th |
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Great suspense. And a lot to think about too. Are we actors in our own lives, or merely voyeurs? And what dangers do we run, depending on what option we choose?
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hellboy76 | 97 99th |
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I am not a big James Stewart fan but he was pefect in this and for this. A great cast and great script make yet another amazing film for Hitchcock's resume. It also inspired me to spy on my neighbors all the time just in case.
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goremeat | 90 95th |
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All the strengths of Hitchcock rolled into a slick package. Plus, Grace Kelly *mmmm*.
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michaels | 100 99th |
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Films don't get any better than this. The premise is ridiculously simple but it's executed in such an creative, flawless way that it becomes a masterpiece.
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Emir Han | 96 96th |
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That's a classic Hitchcock stuff but there's two things that stands out better than the other films: having both disturbing and peaceful elements and achieving doing a wonderful thriller, without using lots of places..
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Jasongirl67 | 75 69th |
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This movie didn't do a lot for me Too old fashioned for my taste and I'm not a huge James Stewart fan But that ending goes to show why Hitchcock is the master of suspense
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JonnyHalftab | 91 93rd |
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I love how the backdrop of the stage manipulates scale with taller, distant skyscrapers. DisneyLand took notes. It's so endearing that shooting on location would've felt wrong. Beautiful piano music too
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schnofel | 94 99th |
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The immersion into this courtyard community gives the film such a comfortable, classy, sweet vibe that the grey-haired fat man smoking his cigarette alone in the dark doesn't need any leading chords to feel sinister. He just needs the poise and love of Grace Kelly for his comedown - she, who just wants to prove to her man that she is not just the elegant, perfect, thrillingly sexy creature that somehow entered his life - she also has the guts. What a wholesome fantasy it all is! And the outfits!
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CCLZA | 95 98th |
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What can you say that hasn't already been told? This is one of the ultimate masterpieces of suspense.
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Vince Leo (Qwipster's Movie Reviews) | 100 99th |
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Thoroughly entertaining from first frame to last, and one of those rare films that has only one disappointment: it eventually ends. Without a doubt, a true work of art. [Full Review]
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tinythedogg | 100 99th |
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Now this was suspenseful. Alfred Hitchcock really knows how to slowly build the tension and the way it boils over towards the end was awesome. I waas expecting to see what happened to Jimmy Stewart's character at the end, but it was original in a way. The cast was also excellent from top to bottom and we could see several little mini sub plots through out the film that could have been movies themselves.
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Bunyas | 85 94th |
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It was my first Hitchcoch movie which I watched and I admired Hitchcock's characterization of people.
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Suture Self | 9 91st |
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Hitchcock takes the standard "Oh god get out of the room, someone is coming!" thriller cliche and turns it into a goddamn masterwork, then laughs his way to the bank. Damn you Hitchcock, you fat bastard. I love it.
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MonsterGear | 95 96th |
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Possibly my favorite Hitchcock film. I love the snappy exchanges between Stewart and Kelly, and the tension is incredible in some places.
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prowler | 87 89th |
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grace kelly, jimmy stewart, the set = awesome.
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hellsditch | 89 92nd |
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This gives "Psycho" a run for its money. And I briefly struggled with which to rate higher. This is top notch, atmospheric and paranoid stuff, with a brilliant premise and a great cast. All orchestrated by The Master.
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Barthalen | 91 98th |
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Unfolds wonderfully, keeps you interested throughout and builds the tension in a gripping way. Awesome premise, masterful execution.
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purgatos | 97 98th |
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If someone had told me before watching this that a film shot entirely from inside a photographer's apartment would be one of the most exciting thrillers ever made I would have been skeptical. This is just fantastic.
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Jeb | 98 93rd |
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What can you say that hasn't been told about this film? It's one of the best Mysteries of all time, and Hitchcock proves once again why he's the master. I still remain engaged with watching this!
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NathanDarko | 98 98th |
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A rare gem. One of those feel good Movies. After a few secs you are totally in that situation. A timeless Movie with a perfect cast up ahead James Stewart and the stunning beauty Grace Kelly. Don't miss that one !!
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SNAKEFOOD89 | 89 91st |
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Films like Disturbia that clearly stole from Rear Window along with Simpson parodies ruined the Thriller aspect of this wonderful film. But I still managed to enjoy it none the less, though somewhat expecting certain things to occur the whole time :(
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ewp805 | 95 97th |
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Masterfully crafted murder mystery that still manages to keep me on the edge of my seat. Hitchcock is excellent with the camerawork, proving he really is the king of suspense. Jimmy Stewart is brilliant.
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thegreyfox | 92 96th |
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For such a simple film, RW provokes more than its fair share of discussion on so many issues. Is it a romantic comedy with a backdrop of intrigue? ( Surely the idea of Grace Kelly being too perfect it suitably hilarious?); Has a murder actually been committed? If it has, is it the person you think it is? Is it all just paranoia caused by someone cooped up whilst recuperating? Just a wonderful film, beautifully acted, and well paced ... as long as you forget the dodgy special effects.
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| 2 | xacviant | 93 97th |
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Hitchcock's classic of voyeurism features some of his best and least self-conscious direction (maybe the flashbulb bit is a little silly)--you don't feel the manipulations, just the suspense. And there's plenty of that on hand, but it's the observational nature of it--conveyed in a patient, subtle, subjective manner that remains fresh even today--that really sets it apart. Smartly, sharply written, with superior performances from James Stewart, Grace Kelly, Thelma Ritter, and Raymond Burr.
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juntakinte99 | 99 94th |
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It works as the best introduction to Hitchcock films not just because of his usual tropes--flawed men, calm and plotting women, suspense, and mystery. But because it makes the audience become the story as you go along. As the plot unfolds you, like Grace Kelly's character, want to know the grizzly details of a murder, while apathetic to the fall out. Raymond Burr's "What do you want from me?" serves as a question not just to Stewart, but also (thanks to the P.O.V. shot) the viewer as well.
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Yiannos | 83 95th |
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Hitchcock's disregard for reality based cinema is evident in Jeff's constant rebuking of Lisa. How many men would resist Grace Kelly's advances? Rear Window is classic Hitch with its elaborate pans, tasteful tracking shots and intense suspense built slowly, like clockwork. His style was ruthlessly mechanical, and it's almost too perfectly deployed, but he was undoubtedly skilled and could tell a multi-layered story with enviable ease. Voyeurism has never been this fun. Screw Depalma!
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boomdiddly | 94 95th |
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One of Hitchcock's finest. Turns the audience into complicit voyeurs.
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| 2 | moralreef | 75 54th |
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"People do a lot of things in private they couldn't possibly explain in public."
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| 2 | Srlaura | 99 80th |
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Genuine worry and just plain beautiful film
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| 2 | kw161484 | 100 89th |
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A masterpiece. one of the greatest films of all time. Everything is on point. The acting, the dialogue, the sound design, the pacing, and my god, the set design remains fascinating and eye-catching for the films entire run time. And despite the film taking place in one small apartment, Hitchcock's total control over the camera makes it feel so much bigger in scale that it really is. What a film.
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| 2 | Morble | 75 82nd |
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Great cinematography and suspense, and, really, the setting for this movie is so interesting and well set up that it just makes looking at it so enjoyable.
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peyrin | 75 69th |
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The shot composition in this is unreal. Needs rewatch.
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nobamba | 85 92nd |
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Grace Kelly's posture and poise. I suppose another director could have made this film more suspenseful but the light hearted manner was enjoyable. I only disliked the ending.
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DawdlingPoet | 80 81st |
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Its interesting how Jeff (the main character) interprets the observations he witnesses. Its all a case of context, I suppose. Hearing him query other peoples interpretations of what he saw made me doubt the truth behind the circumstances. It features a strong performance from both James Stewart and Grace Kelly, who is quick to challenge his assumptions. It makes me wonder what do others read in to otherwise seemingly every day activities and observations?.
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JRC_85 | 93 92nd |
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An absolute classic. Stewart at his finest. The way this movie delivers is something akin to brilliance. The story is predictable, at best, but so much more than that due to the way Hitchcock shot it. Were it not shot in such a confining way, it could have been justa nother murder mystery. But keeping you confined to looking out the window for all of your clues makes you feel like you ARE L.B. Jeffries. Really cool.
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| 1 | svicciarelli | 93 91st |
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Chilling and entertaining. One of Hitchcock's most famous, deservedly so.
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cellophane | 95 89th |
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An absolute masterpiece of tension.
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jhmclellan | 99 99th |
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One of the all time great Hitchcock films. And let's face it, Grace Kelly was elegantly HOT.
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Moribunny | 85 95th |
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Rear Window is, to me, Hitchcock's finest work, and if anything has earned him the title of "Master of Suspense" it is this. Still, much of the credit is due to the script which allowed Hitchcock to reach his full potential as a directing craftsman. Jimmy Stewart is his perpetual self - pleasant and perfectly adequate, but it is Grace Kelly who is wonderful. She is not only extremely fetching but exudes intelligence and sensitivity.
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Shoran | 75 77th |
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You've got to give it to Hitchcock: who else could shove somebody in an apartment and create so much tension and suspense from only peeping out the window?
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krmr | 87 79th |
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The beginning did little to entertain me, but I'm glad I stuck with it past that first 15-20 minutes because it gets much much, better. By the third act I was utterly immersed into the movie's world.
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newlikegrace | 86 91st |
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Wonderful idea, incredibly creative.
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| 1 | nikkirhodes | 88 89th |
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excellent, though slow at times...how many times do you need to see jimmy stewart wake up in one night?
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TheDiceman | 60 62nd |
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Great film .
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| 1 | CranialBoner | 100 99th |
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One of my favorite movies of all time.
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| 1 | Chuchaqui | 96 90th |
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Great thriller that only takes place in one room. Brilliantly directed.
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CinematicESP | 97 98th |
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My favorite Hitchcock. It only gets better and better with each viewing, as I notice it goes deeper and deeper. Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly are brilliant. Utterly compelling storyline.
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joseywales | 94 99th |
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Hitchcock's best.
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madiso | 80 96th |
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watch the neighbours
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Cowman | 75 75th |
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A lot of time is spent on building up to the final confrontation, unfortunately it comes across very clumsy by today's standards. I could overlook this because it was made 60 years ago, but I believe this shouldn't be an excuse. Also: Hitchcock's love stories are always a bit silly and this is starting to become annoying.
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| 1 | jeg2 | 85 96th |
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The film depends entirely on the acting, and every player delivers to perfection. With lesser players and direction, this would have been an average thriller.
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| 1 | MajorB | 100 98th |
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This would be a crowning achievement for any director.
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caiman | 88 87th |
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Intense and gripping. Hitchcock puts the audience in a position of voyeurism right along with (the great) Jimmy Stewart. The idea of watching people without them knowing is an intriguing concept with much potential for drama and horror. And Hitchcock explores these avenues with satisfying results. Tightly focused and perfectly directed, and with one of Stewart's best performances.
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| 1 | mikebrowne | 99 99th |
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One of Hicthcock's best.
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frederic_g54 | 9 90th |
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(2nd viewing) I had mixed feelings about this film when I first saw it a while ago. For a suspense film, it doesn't offer a lot of thrills because you see everything unfolding on screen, devoid of genuine frightening moments, which Psycho excelled at. Judging the technical aspects, this film is top notch, and a great example for present and future filmmakers. I liked it more the 2nd time around, so I still recommend it.
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mistersplice | 90 96th |
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- excellent
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roujin | 70 78th |
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If Vertigo is Jimmie Stewart driving around San Francisco for 2 hours, this is Jimmie Stewart looking out the window for 2 hours. Suspense!
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Mentaculus | 100 99th |
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It's not my favorite Hitch, but this is filmmaking so well done, so distilled to its very essence, I have to give it a 100 out of principle. Most important: it works on multiple levels while remaining a blast to watch, and rewatch and rewatch. A masterpiece by any standard.
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| 1 | Matthias99 | 95 93rd |
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A Hitchcock classic.
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| 1 | kazamm | 94 95th |
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Personal favorite.
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jstry | 94 98th |
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Oh the suspense! So simple, yet you're on the edge of your seat the entire time. Loved it!
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| 1 | theyshoot07 | 98 96th |
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# 41
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| 1 | Droplet00 | 99 99th |
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An absolute masterpiece. Suspenseful, and fun to watch, while also being a powerful chunk of subtle commentary.
Plus, the beautiful Grace Kelly, in beutiful clothes. what's not to love?
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Zealot185 | 85 81st |
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I'm surprised at how Hitchcock makes the inaudible neighbors across from Stewart have more character than any run-of-the-mill thriller. The nurse had some humorous one-liners, but this piece of dialogue really stood out:
"And I asked myself, what's General Motors got to be nervous about? Over production, I says. Collapse. When General Motors has to go to the bathroom ten times a day, the whole country's ready to let go." Rear Window: Suspenseful, AND prophetic! |
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| 1 | psychedelicr | 85 75th |
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A fantastic Hitchcock work; so simple and limited in locale, yet so graceful.
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| 1 | NadiH | 89 83rd |
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a great suspense thriller. In my humble opinion it doesn't live up to its enormous reputation, I prefer some of Hitchcock's other, darker films, but this is undeniably gripping and does a lot with a simple concept.
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e_e | 95 97th |
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Shows up most modern thrillers for the gimmicky borefests they actually are.
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UniqueName | 90 92nd |
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One of my favorite Hitchcock movies, love his camera work to induce suspense.
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QVT | 80 84th |
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I was really hoping this would be the Hitchcock 100. Alas, it strives too much for what I always assumed he'd be as a director. It's the kind of picture that exists entirely independent of Vertigo. Too much suspense, not enough depth. Still a great movie but it's no contender to Vertigo.
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| 1 | pompousass | 80 94th |
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A premise with broad appeal for the casual and occasional voyeur: a globe-trotting photojournalist, confined to a wheelchair with a broken leg, whiling away the hours of a summer hot spell by spying on his neighbors around the tenement courtyard, begins to suspect the neighbor across the way of having done away with his wife. And a treatment of high, not broad, appeal for the more than casual and occasional moviegoer: an unusual amount of material done in extreme long shot. Or, to say the same t
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Cornica | 90 90th |
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One of Hitchcock's bests. The opening shot is snerghy good.
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| 1 | opaque squid | 90 64th |
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Great, but for some reason the ball gowns put me off.
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jadedkitty | 100 93rd |
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Just fantastic.
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Okkervil | 89 95th |
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Epic Hitchcock. Absolutely edge of yer seat, suspense filled genius.
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downbeat | 92 86th |
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This is one of Hitchcock's best films. "Rear Window" is full of suspense and keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire film. The acting is great, and this is one film that I turn back to once a year.
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DavidBlast | 80 80th |
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This is an all time classic, from which many a story have been derived. Sadly, these days it feels a bit dated, and truth be told, Stewart's character is a little annoying. You have Grace Kelly in your living room, and still you're moaning about fear of commitment? Get a grip, God-dammit man!
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Sweekoden | 66 58th |
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Interesting, enjoyable watch. Still, though clearly well made and directed, I just didn't feel any tension until the lights went out--and the confrontation bit has not aged well. Good film, though.
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burkayadalig | 100 98th |
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what is there not to like...
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closedmouth | 100 98th |
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The eye-roller of an ending is a bit deflating, and mumbly old Grampa Stewart making out with his daughter's friend is pretty gross, but the way Hitchcock turns this admittedly dopey plot into a masterpiece examination of privacy and the audience simply by limiting our perspective of that mind-boggling set...it's just a pleasure to sit back and marvel at the damn thing.
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Lord Moe | 100 98th |
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"Rear Window" starts off rather funny. You delight in spying on Jeff's neighbors as much as he does. It's harmless fun. But it soon gets serious when Jeff begins to suspect one of his neighbors of murder. "Rear Window" is not only a classic of suspense films, it is a classic of American cinema. I highly recommend it. Hitchcock was, is, and probably always will be, the master.
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ShaqFilmClub | 100 85th |
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7 Shaqtaculars
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| 1 | ericambler | 86 91st |
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Hitchcock's classic story-in-a-bottle masterfully celebrates and condemns voyeurism. REAR WINDOW presents a snapshot of masculinity in crisis, braiding themes of paranoia and impotence amid James Stewart's subtly condescending charm. And while the film gives its audience the expected murder mystery payoff, it's the unsettling margin notes--like the travails of 'Miss Lonelyhearts'--that truly stick with the viewer.
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gokseltuzun | 92 78th |
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still I have many questions on y mind. This is Hitchcock.
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ribcage | 93 95th |
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The tension amps up through the movie as the murder plot unfolds in traditional Hitchcock style. But what really gives the film life and energy is the various minor subplots of the other neighbours threaded through the film...becoming invested in the realistic world of this small courtyard of a neighborhood makes you not care that the film never leaves stewarts apartment...in fact you would protest horribly to lose the prime peeping space. Grace Kelly is wonderful
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| 1 | myfavchords | 87 91st |
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This is another Hitchcock classic film. Both Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly give great performances. This movie is a little bit slow to get going but it has great suspense in the end. A must see for fans of classic suspense films.
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jnsoneji | 95 84th |
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A sure Hitchcock movie.
Good acting by all... very interesting and gripping story.
The movie has inspired many other across the world.
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Zen Lunatic | 9 91st |
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Waiting until technology can digitally insert Shia LaBeouf from the 2007 remake into this before I give it a perfect score.
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| 1 | JohnnyW2001 | 90 95th |
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Hitchcock's finest hour, in the opinion of this humble reviewer. Stewart and Kelly shine while the plot is gripping and tense. Wonderful!
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| 1 | SLionsCric | 95 56th |
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A cinematic masterpiece and arguably Hitchcock's best, told entirely through the view of our wheelchair bound, Jeffries, Hitchcock's "Rear Window" contains fantastic social messages of women and is one of the most thrilling and memorable of mystery films
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thereeldeal | 85 91st |
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One of those movies that just has to be good. Out of all of Hitchcock's movies, Rear Window bears a huge advantage of still being the most unique conceptually. The cramped, single room setting and voyeuristic, gossipy take on all of the events. It's like a story written specifically for Hitchcock, and thus it's one of the most convincing of his directing talent. Again, the unique concept makes the story and mystery immediately compelling even today.
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Groovy_Souls | 80 73rd |
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Though very slow to start, this is a great character study and movie that is willing to tell you everything about the characters down to a deep, personal level. The confined story and building sense of dread right at the end are so well done, its no wonder this movie is held in high regard. Great Hitchcock film.
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| 1 | JustinGS | 8 80th |
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A classic from Alfred Hitchcock. It's such a treat to watch this film and see the pieces of the suspense and thriller still shining through today. A slow build to one of the best moments of cinema. Check this one out, it's a necessity.
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| 1 | jymkata | 99 92nd |
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God but this film stays just as good every time you watch it. Stuck in a wheelchair, James Stewart is forced to only act with facial expressions, which would have meant a muted, still performance from a lesser actor, but he still makes his character glow with feeling. Everything else has already been said about this movie.
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joel-w-m | 7 64th |
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A unique isolated apartment setting, natural city soundscape, and cinematography firm in its limited "rear window" perspective aren't enough to stir substantial interest during a slow first act, but when the note of intrigue strikes, they take on new brilliance, crafting a tight, authentic thriller with a mostly voice-less villain that gets you to spy and speculate right along with the great characters (the charming, restless Jeff and the refreshingly competent for the 50s Lisa and Stella).
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| 1 | jeffdaniels | 85 96th |
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Rear Window's excellent premise is oft-imitated by now, but this is still the best possibly-murderous-neighbor movie out there. The two quality first acts are a bit slow for 2015, but the dialogue sparkles and the final act is still quite tense. Spends a bit too long on the question of whether his neighbor did it - modern audiences will immediately know he did - and the central conflict in the two characters' romance isn't exactly insightful, but this is an extremely entertaining film
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EvilMangoes | 93 78th |
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A-
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zmoats | 97 98th |
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My third time seeing this film and not one moment has gotten stale. LB Jeffries' (James Stewart) arrogance astonishes and excites to some extent. Lisa Fremont's (Grace Kelly) innocence with a desire to prove Jeffries wrong helps to develop a great character arc. What astonished me most on this watch though was just how much Hitchcock could get the audience to care about characters we didn't ever meet - all while crafting a great thriller. Bravo, Mr. Hitchcock.
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iSandpeople | 86 63rd |
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All the suspense you could ever want---all in one apartment.
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| 1 | Kitty Maria | 81 18th |
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I loved this film. The use of time and suspense is thrilling. A must see Hitchcock.
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| 1 | 2256a7a390 | 85 47th |
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Solid film.
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| 1 | sourheart | 3 36th |
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Beautiful compositions
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| 1 | SoapTastesOk | 80 38th |
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This was a special movie. The movie you think just overrated turned when you see what Hitchcock tried to tell you and the incredible cinematography. I just found the ending insufficient. It would've been more meaningful and sensitive.
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| 1 | mwestcott | 99 90th |
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Rear Window does suffer a little bit due to its intentional slow pacing. It really benefits from Hitchcock's measured direction and camerawork. Not to mention the incredible apartment complex set design.
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Ceekay19 | 80 81st |
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Stella: "Intelligence. Nothing has caused the human race so much trouble as intelligence."
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| 1 | vv238 | 93 97th |
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If you ever want to know why Hitchcock became a household name and why he is still revered among film critics, look no further than Rear Window. He loves putting ordinary people in extraordinary situations to tell superb and real stories. Rear Window is a masterclass in filming, storytelling, and pure tension and its many clones still struggle to manage a fraction of the suspense this film weaves with every frame.
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