Hitchcock had been described as one of the first 'auteurs' through the stylistic techniques recurring throughout his work, creating a sort of synergy in the films he has produced which today, have been recognised as 'Hitchcockian'. An auteur is usually someone who can be recognised by their films due to a certain kind of theme they take and employ throughout their work. Key elements of the 'Hitchcockian" genre appearing in Rear window include voyeurism, suspense, female roles, and use of theatrical elements. What makes these techniques "Hitchcockian" is that he uses them most consistently throughout his films. Examples of the techniques employed in rear window can also be clearly seen in his other films, for example vertigo can be made comparable to rear window. Psycho and rope also embed "Hitchcockian" themes into them. To enable us to understand what is "Hitchcockian" about rear window and the elements employed, we must consider comparisons to the other works of Hitchcock. Rear window has been described as one of Hitchcock's

"Rear window is arguably one of Hitchcock's most "theatrical films"" a common Hitchcockian aspect presenting itself in Rear window is the use of theatrical as well as cinematic qualities. Rear window uses only one main setting, that being the view of neighbours houses through Jeff's back window, which has …show more content…
Upon introducing herself to Jeff, Lisa walks around the room systematically switching lights on which reveal parts of the room in succession until all can be seen. This reflects what would be seen in theatre where lighting is a common technique used to create a certain feel. The element of theatre being embedded into Hitchcock's work can been seen predominantly in Rear window as well as other works by hitchcock, creating synergy throughout and so being recognisable to the consumer, making rear window distinctively