A wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbours from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock and starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly. Includes introduction by David Stratton.
1954
1:52:40
The 1930s and ‘40s saw a wave of European film directors emigrate to the US. In the same period, anti-communist hysteria due to Cold War tensions swept across the US and paranoia became commonplace. This video delves into the historical context behind the surveillance and suspicion seen in Alfred Hitchcock’s film Rear Window. It provides a valuable accompaniment to students studying this film.
Production Year: 2019
Duration: 10:12
A look at how director Alfred Hitchcock both thrills and critiques his audience with the 1954 classic Rear Window.
Duration: 08:28
Documentary about Hitchcock's movie Rear Window produced by the University of Central Florida.
Duration: 09:40