To me, Rear Window contains an extended metaphor of the business of making movies. Jeffries' neighborhood, like a movie studio, is a whirl of activity, with artist and composer and dancer all busy at their work, Seen from a distance, this little ant-farm will conclude its work by the final curtain. Wendell Corey and Jeff discuss the story and decide which is the most believable conclusion just as the scriptwriters polish a script. Costumes, such as Lisa wears, are very expensive, but also very beautiful. There are stills to examine, shots to plan, lighting to design... unforeseen events li