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Post by Popeye Doyle on May 23, 2019 11:27:00 GMT
So, I'm scrolling through the Netflixs yesterday unsure of what to watch. My 9 year old kid suggests this movie, which I thought unusual but appreciate he isn't deterred by its age nor it being in black & white. On another note, the version show on Netflix was in a 1.33:1 aspect ratio. Reminded me of late night movies shown on CBC back in the 1990s. Back to the movie. I last saw this about 12 years ago so definitely due for a rewatch. Immediately hit with Bernard Hermann's score. I might be nuts but I was also reminded of John Williams' music, in particular E.T. when Michael is trying to escape the feds on his bike. As my kid knew nothing about this movie, it was nice to avoid any spoilers. The explanation for Norman's behavior is really the only misstep as it spells everything out in big colorful crayons. Of the performances, Anthony Perkins is absolutely excellent. Some of Hitchcock's stylistic choices are great, too.
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Post by anthonyrocks on May 23, 2019 14:10:14 GMT
It's a CLASSIC!  |
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Post by politicidal on May 23, 2019 14:30:25 GMT
Enjoyed it as a child. Turned out just fine.
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Post by jamesbamesy on May 23, 2019 15:22:21 GMT
The most influential serial killer film of all time.
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Post by nausea on May 23, 2019 15:45:56 GMT
I wanna just play it on the internet
Its powerful.
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Post by wmcclain on May 23, 2019 16:20:19 GMT
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Post by ck100 on May 23, 2019 18:36:58 GMT
Stone-cold classic.
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Post by fangirl1975 on May 23, 2019 21:21:12 GMT
I have a funny story associated with Psycho. One night I was watching it on TCM (Turner Classic Movies) when my kitty Gordie, who has since crossed The Rainbow Bridge, poked me with his paw and pointed it at the TV as if to say, "SEE?! NOTHING GOOD COMES OF FREE RANGE WATER!", during the iconic shower scene.
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Post by moviebuffbrad on May 23, 2019 23:28:08 GMT
So did your 9 year old sh*t himself or what? I was a little younger when I saw the remake (same movie, basically) and the skull superimposed over Norman's face especially freaked me out. Twists didn't seem to matter to me though since I don't remember any particular shock to the ones here or in Scream and The Sixth Sense.
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Post by HumanFundRecipient on May 24, 2019 1:36:48 GMT
Marion and Lila Crane: they both have (had?) some pipes.
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Post by sdrew13163 on May 24, 2019 3:39:21 GMT
A very good movie. The main theme from Herrmann is just so good.
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Post by ck100 on May 24, 2019 3:40:50 GMT
The less said about the remake, the better.
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Post by anthonyrocks on Jun 6, 2019 1:27:18 GMT
The less said about the remake, the better. The Remake is a DISGRACE!!!
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Post by poelzig on Jun 6, 2019 1:51:05 GMT
Enjoyed it as a child. Turned out just fine. That's debatable. You might not be the best example of turning out just fine.
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Post by poelzig on Jun 6, 2019 2:04:53 GMT
The less said about the remake, the better. The Remake is a DISGRACE!!! Odd that Gus Van Sant used his clout from Good Will Hunting to show the world Norman Bates jerking off and derailing his career in the process. Not the wisest decision in retrospect.
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Post by politicidal on Jun 6, 2019 2:39:19 GMT
Enjoyed it as a child. Turned out just fine. That's debatable. You might not be the best example of turning out just fine. 
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Post by poelzig on Jun 6, 2019 2:41:55 GMT
That's debatable. You might not be the best example of turning out just fine. Good one Homer.
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Post by Anonymous Andy on Jun 6, 2019 11:52:27 GMT
Your nine year old boy is a good man. Psycho is a stone cold classic for good reason.
It's still amazing that Hitchcock "slumming it up" turned in his best film. Yeah, that's right, I said it! Psycho is Hitchcock's best. Come at me!
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