Rear Window (EOTWS)

End Of The Week Short #1 extract: Rear Window (1954)

Without a doubt, my favourite Hitchcock film - by far. I'd even go as far to say that this is his masterpiece. The rich characterisation, the quintessential pure cinematics, the dexterous cinematic language, the impeccable performances and the fantastic set-design all come together to produce something truly special. I don't like the use of fast motion, nor parts of the logic with the climax, but this is entirely overshadowed by every other detail of the feature. 

This film deserves a lot more words, especially when considering the depths of subtext to be found around Jeff's relationship with Lisa in relation to the many residents of the courtyard, but, I need not say more right now than this is one of the undeniable all-time-greats that everyone needs to see.