Review of Psycho (1960) by David L — 26 May 2018
Groundbreaking in its violence and psychology, highly original in its approach and storytelling and featuring some great twists and subversions, Psycho is also beautifully shot as its stark black-and-white photography combined with that iconic, creepy music successfully create the ominous, dangerous and unnerving atmosphere throughout its whole runtime.
Norman Bates is one of the most effective, memorable villains in the history of Hollywood and the film is all the more scary having in mind that its story can happen as it's so realistic. From that infamous shower scene to the double scare in the basement to that unforgettable monologue in the finale, Psycho truly has a plethora of classic, iconic scenes that are remembered to this day.
Along with 'Rear Window', it is Hitchock's masterpiece, the best horror film ever made and overall one of the best films of all time.
This review of Psycho (1960) was written by David L on 26 May 2018.
Psycho has generally received very positive reviews.
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