Review of Rear Window (1954) by Emmanuel S — 19 Aug 2016

For me, 'Rear Window' is Alfred Hitchcock's suspenseful masterpiece. Grace Kelly is mesmerizing and James Stewart is perfect.

This review of Rear Window (1954) was written by Emmanuel S on 19 Aug 2016.

Rear Window has generally received very positive reviews.

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