HITCHCOCK’S PSYCHO LEGACY: FROM SHOWER SCENE TO BATES MOTEL

PSYCHO (1960) d. Alfred Hitchcock (USA)
PSYCHO II (1983) d. Richard Franklin (USA)
PSYCHO III (1986) d. Anthony Perkins (USA)
PSYCHO IV: THE BEGINNING (1990) d. Mick Garris (USA)
PSYCHO (1998) d. Gus Van Sant (USA)

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Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho is not just a film; it’s an institution in the world of cinema, one that redefined the horror genre forever. Based on Robert Bloch’s 1959 novel, audiences were introduced to Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins), a seemingly mild-mannered motel owner with a dark and twisted secret. The film's groundbreaking narrative, shocking twists, and chilling atmosphere have influenced filmmakers for decades.

In addition to its unforgettable set-pieces (shower scene, anyone?) and stellar performances from the entire cast (Janet Leigh, Martin Balsam, Vera Miles, John Gavin), Bernard Herrmann’s haunting score combined with Hitchcock’s meticulous direction and Joseph Stefano’s brilliant screenplay adaptation, turning Psycho into a cornerstone of cinematic history.

Psycho explores themes of identity, madness, and the unseen horrors lurking beneath the surface of ordinary life. Its multiple sequels and spin-offs, including Psycho II (1983), Psycho III (1986), and Psycho IV: The Beginning (1990), as well as Gus Van Sant’s controversial 1998 remake, and the hit series Bates Motel (2013–2017) stand as a testament to the enduring power of the original film's influence.

Join AC and his mad-talented panel of guests (Matthew Amador, Christianne Benedict, Robert V. Galluzzo, Doug Long, Mackenzie Parker) as they discuss this masterclass in suspense, storytelling, and psychological horror, and the legacy it has left behind.

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