Tonight's Quickie Review: Hitchcock's Rear Window; an expertly staged thriller that has aged incredibly well, aside from some light - and almost charmingly 1950s - sexism. With one impressive set (which feels both theatrical and real at the same time, just like New York), one small apartment, and a handful of speaking roles, Hitchcock managed to stage a tight drama that never feels claustrophobic, and although I've seen it too many times to be surprised by the plot, the interplay between the stories taking place in the various apartments is still fascinating. Even the non-speaking characters, observed from a distance, have character. And the scene where Lisa sneaks into Thorvald's apartment is classic Hitchcock - tense and thrilling, and we really have no idea how it's going to play out. I was lucky enough to happen upon the movie by accident just as it started, and I ended up watching the whole thing even though I had other plans, which is a true testament to its timeless appeal. While Vertigo remains my favourite Hitchcock movie, this is certainly a close second.  ¶ 23:52