Wick's Review

Summary - Perfect 5.0

A lavish Hitchcock treat, full of glamour, suspense and wit. The establishing scene is a virtuoso display of filmmaking all by itself, while Grace Kelly graces – there is no other word for it – the silver screen like a goddess amongst mortals.

Acting - Really Great 4.5

Jimmy Stewart’s characteristic self-deprecation deftly lightens the mood, even as evidence of murder mounts in front of him, while Raymond Burr makes for a memorable heavy and Grace Kelly shows why she is one of the all time most beautiful movie queens.

Film - Really Great 4.5

Others may choose differently, but for this fan, Rear Window is as good as Hitchcock gets.

Edge - Tame 1.3

Yes, there is an apparent murder and dismemberment, but 1950s master Hitchcock delivers the goods without rubbing the film in gore.

Reality - Glib 1.2

1 Comment

• Wick Nov 13, 2011 11:02PM

  Regarding BigdaddyDave’s Review
  Terrific review BigD. I didn’t know about the apartment complex set built inside the sound stage before. Fascinating.

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