Question 2: The Macro-editing of
Rear Window—
Parallel Cross-cutting
Rear Window’s
storylines are stitched together by the editor. Jeffries (Jimmy Steward) is not actually looking at Miss Torso, Miss Lonelyhearts, or any of those people he seems to be watching across the courtyard. Only the editor’s eyeline-matches between Jeffries and his neighbours connect him to each story.
? What is the main storyline in
RW
? Explain with at least two specific examples based on what Jefferies
seems to be seeing
how the editor shows Jefferies becoming entangled in that main storyline.
? How many other storylines does Jefferies observe? How many stories (a) connect directly to that main storyline and (b) how many reflect aspects of Jefferies’ and Lisa’s situation inside his apartment?
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