Edge of your seat suspense

Rating: 10/10 (5 September 2019)

Rear Window is a masterpiece of voyeurism and claustrophobic storytelling. Here is a film that slowly builds the suspense and paranoia and does it with style. The production is outstanding and gives the film an intoxicating atmosphere. Hitchcock masterfully puts us in the shoes of Jeff, (James Stewart) as he seats in his apartment and spies on his neighbors. Except for one instance, we see everything that Jeff sees, which includes a possible murder. From that point on, the film grabs a hold of you and leaves you at the edge of your seat until the very end. The casting is flawless. James Stewart is funny, likable and a little creepy as Jeff. Grace Kelly and Thelma Ritter are excellent as his girlfriend and nurse. When it comes to suspense and entertainment, you don't get much better than this. A masterwork by the master of suspense.