Review of Rear Window (1954) by Alex K — 11 Nov 2013

My Favorite Film Is 1941's Citizen Kane.

This review of Rear Window (1954) was written by Alex K on 11 Nov 2013.

Rear Window has generally received very positive reviews.

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