I finally watched the original Psycho movie, marking another of the American Film Institute's top 100 American movies off my "to watch" list. Sure, I knew the story and even saw the more recent Vince Vaugh remake, but I had never watched the original. Hitchcock did not disappoint. Well, except for the fact he did remain elusive for me during the film and I had to Google afterwards where to find him to see his signature cameo role!
I found the low-budget movie to be pretty cutting edge. Between the storyline itself and the many unique camera angles (directly under the shower head, the ceiling angles in the Bates' house), I feel this movie was far ahead of it's time.
Have you seen it?
What do you think of it?
Most of the Hitchcock films are well crafted and cleverly done. I think his best films are probably Rear Window and North by Northwest.
ReplyDeleteRear Window is my fave!
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