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Jennifer O'Callaghan
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Author & Classic Movie Lover
Rear Window: The Making of a Hitchcock Masterpiece - Available now
Kensington Publisher
Preorder: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790118/rear-window-by-jennifer-ocallaghan
Insta: @jennocallaghan
📚 Flash sale alert! My REAR WINDOW ebook is just $5.99 today only. If you've been wanting to go behind the scenes of Hitchcock's masterpiece and explore the making of this Hollywood classic, now's the perfect time to grab your copy. Link Here: bit.ly/4o5B8op
November 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
What do Rear Window, Brokeback Mountain, and 2001: A Space Odyssey have in common? They all started as short stories—and became classics by boldly reimagining their source material for the screen jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/the-art-of...
October 8, 2025 at 1:10 PM
The book has finally launched and I couldn't be more excited! I hope you enjoy! www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790118...
October 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Goodreads is giving away 100 free copies of my upcoming book Rear Window: The Making of a Hitchcock Masterpiece! Enter by Sept 7th (US only). Perfect for classic movie lovers curious about how Hitchcock created this masterpiece. Book releases Sept30! www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
August 24, 2025 at 2:07 PM
As the release date of 'Rear Window: The Making of a Hitchcock Masterpiece in the Hollywood Golden Age' draws nearer, I wanted to revisit some of the career highlights of the incomparable Grace Kelly. The story of a once-in-a-lifetime talent here: jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/grace-in-g...
August 20, 2025 at 12:40 PM
5 films forever shaped by Rear Window. From Body Double to Disturbia. Which connection surprised you most? jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/watching-t...
August 6, 2025 at 3:53 PM
How Hollywood censorship accidentally created Hitchcock's most haunting masterpiece. The fascinating story of how the Production Code 'forced' Rebecca into psychological brilliance. 🎬
jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/rebecca
July 23, 2025 at 1:43 PM
When TV was killing cinema, Hitchcock was forced to shoot in 3D. The result? One of his most claustrophobic thrillers. New Classic Movie Love Letter on Dial M for Murder jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/dial-m-for...
July 9, 2025 at 2:34 PM
My Rear Window book is 25% off for
@barnesandnoble.com Members July 8-11! Premium Members get additional 10% off pre-orders. Code: PREORDER25 www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rear-windo...
July 8, 2025 at 1:13 PM
On the latest Classic Movie Love Letter, a behind-the-scenes look at how One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest almost didn't get made, from Michael Douglas's early doubts to Jack Nicholson's total immersion in the role that defined a generation. jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/breaking-t...
June 25, 2025 at 2:14 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter: The real story behind Sunset Boulevard's cursed mansion set, where Gloria Swanson channeled her own Hollywood ghost story on Paramount's Stage 18
jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/ghosts-of-...
June 11, 2025 at 1:12 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter: How Grace Kelly's final film 'High Society' became the perfect bridge between Hollywood stardom and royal life—featuring her only recorded song and a goodbye that felt almost prophetic jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/the-last-d...
May 28, 2025 at 4:28 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter: How Hitchcock's 'Psycho' marketing genius didn't just scare us—it revolutionized when we show up to theaters, creating the playbook modern films still follow: jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/when-psych...
May 14, 2025 at 1:13 PM
When Marilyn's white dress billowed over that subway grate, it changed Hollywood forever—and ended her marriage. Discover the drama behind cinema's most iconic scene in my latest Classic Movie Love Letter. ✨🎬 jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/the-seven-...
April 30, 2025 at 2:17 PM
When Hitchcock cast America's sweetheart Doris Day in 'The Man Who Knew Too Much,' her warmth transformed his thriller and turned 'Que Sera, Sera' into the emotional heart of a mother's quest in our latest deep dive into Classic Movie Love Letters.
jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/que-sera-s...
April 2, 2025 at 1:29 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter, Elizabeth Taylor transformed personal grief into cinematic triumph, filming 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' weeks after her husband's death. It became one of Hollywood's most authentic performances & the smash hit of 1958. substack.com/home/post/p-...
March 19, 2025 at 1:20 PM
The time Audrey Hepburn traded Givenchy for blue jeans: How 'Two for the Road' changed romantic storytelling forever. This week's newsletter explores the revolutionary film that dared to show love as it really is—messy, non-linear, and completely real. substack.com/home/post/p-...
March 5, 2025 at 4:57 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter- From child star in 'Miracle on 34th Street' to pioneering actress tackling taboo subjects, Natalie Wood didn't just survive Hollywood—she transformed it, reshaping how women were portrayed on screen forever. jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/the-many-l...
February 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Need a February escape? Transport yourself to the sun-soaked French Riviera of 1955, where Hitchcock turned Cary Grant loose as a jewel thief and Grace Kelly into his seductress in my latest newsletter of 'To Catch a Thief' substack.com/home/post/p-...
February 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
BIG NEWS! My book Rear Window: The Making of a Hitchcock Masterpiece in the Hollywood Golden Age is officially available for pre-order! The release date will be September 30th! Preorder by clicking the link below: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790118...
February 4, 2025 at 6:33 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter, Marilyn Monroe's performance in Niagara revealed a raw, complex side of her talent that’s often overlooked. jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/deadly-wat...
January 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
In the latest Classic Movie Love Letter, In All About Eve, Bette Davis turned Hollywood's age obsession into a revolutionary performance, forcing the industry to confront its double standards about aging actresses. jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/all-about-...
January 8, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Starting 2025 with Liz Gilbert's Big Magic - a great reminder that creativity flows through every part of life. Whether problem-solving at work, building a business, or pursuing personal growth, unlocking your creative spirit can transform how you approach challenges. #BIGMAGIC
January 3, 2025 at 3:11 PM
In my latest Classic Movie Love Letter, a chic Manhattan witch (Kim Novak) puts a love spell on Jimmy Stewart during Christmas - what could go wrong? jenniferocallaghan.substack.com/p/the-other-...
December 19, 2024 at 1:50 PM
In my latest newsletter, Classic Movie Love Letters, how a period film about the early 1900's became one of the most relatable Christmas Classics of all time. substack.com/home/post/p-...
December 11, 2024 at 2:34 PM