What makes Psycho (released in 1960) turn out well, I believe, is it's musical score. Ain't sure about others who've watched it, but the sound volume simply increases whenever, well, there was an unexpected visual. Which apparently made it effective. Especially the 'screeching'-feel soundtrack which plays during the title credits and also sometimes during the feature.
Then, it's best actor in the leading role. The simple innocence in his first scene will lead to such bemusement - seemed somewhat unthinkable. That's I think is the best introduction to the mystery-character, which unfolds on it's own, mid-paced. His talented taxidermy skills makes the profession haunting for a time (although I usually feel alarmed by most of the non-living wildlife figures), yet also shows his sheer talent for it. Unfortunately, the 'not so innocent as he looks' could have channelized his energy in better things. Ah.
Though Psycho is notable for it's many traits, I thought the aforementioned salience makes it a good+ feature. The revelation scene of a very close relative of the taxidermy expert - still is a thrill, tense experience.
And the film's first viewing I hold reserve as it's most satisfying viewing.
(You can check out the 'screeching'-feel soundtrack here: "Prelude")
Then, it's best actor in the leading role. The simple innocence in his first scene will lead to such bemusement - seemed somewhat unthinkable. That's I think is the best introduction to the mystery-character, which unfolds on it's own, mid-paced. His talented taxidermy skills makes the profession haunting for a time (although I usually feel alarmed by most of the non-living wildlife figures), yet also shows his sheer talent for it. Unfortunately, the 'not so innocent as he looks' could have channelized his energy in better things. Ah.
Though Psycho is notable for it's many traits, I thought the aforementioned salience makes it a good+ feature. The revelation scene of a very close relative of the taxidermy expert - still is a thrill, tense experience.
And the film's first viewing I hold reserve as it's most satisfying viewing.
(You can check out the 'screeching'-feel soundtrack here: "Prelude")
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