Overview
1. Last week we studied "heterotopic spaces" -- or spaces of otherness, where the boundaries of society are merged together. Hitchcock uses heterotopic space in Rear Window to build suspense for the audience. What examples of heterotopic space or heterotopic tensions did you recognize in the film? Give specific examples and explain.
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Part2:`Alfred Hitchcock-The Master of Suspense
This week's discussion will focus on your feedback from watching Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 film 'Rear Window'. After watching the film (located in the class Google drive folder) watch the short video below on Hitchcock's techniques for suspense creation and discuss the film below.
How Hitchcock Creates Suspense
Discussion Prompts: (pick 1)
- Provide some examples of scenes from 'Rear Window' where Hitchcock manufactured suspense. Explain the scene and how it was directed to create suspense for the viewer.
- Throughout the film, POV (Point of View) shots are used. What is the impact of this?
- What do you think the film's message is on the topic of voyeurism?