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Following his great success with "North by Northwest," director Alfred Hitchcock makes a daring choice for his next project: an adaptation of Robert Bloch's novel "Psycho." When the studio refuses to back the picture, Hitchcock decides to pay for it himself in exchange for a percentage of the profits. His wife, Alma Reville, has serious reservations about the film but supports him nonetheless. Still, the production strains the couple's marriage.
In 1959, legendary director Alfred Hitchcock becomes obsessed with making "Psycho," a dark thriller based on a notorious killer. His pursuit of this controversial project strains his marriage to Alma Reville and tests the boundaries of his artistic vision.
Hitchcock received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Anthony Hopkins's performance as the iconic director and the film's engaging portrayal of the creative process behind "Psycho." Some critics found the film to be a lighter, more character-focused exploration of Hitchcock than a deep dive into his filmmaking.
Anthony Hopkins delivers a compelling performance as Alfred Hitchcock.
The film offers an interesting, if somewhat superficial, look at the making of 'Psycho'.
Helen Mirren is noteworthy as Hitchcock's wife, Alma Reville.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the biographical elements and Anthony Hopkins's portrayal of Alfred Hitchcock. Some viewers found the film to be a bit too focused on the personal drama rather than the filmmaking itself, but generally enjoyed the movie.
Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama (Anthony Hopkins). Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress (Helen Mirren).
Anthony Hopkins famously studied Hitchcock's mannerisms and speech patterns extensively, even using prosthetic makeup to achieve a greater physical resemblance to the director.
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Good evening. Our film tonight is about a man obsessed with murder. It is a tale of violence, of lies and deceit, of envy and greed. It is, naturally, a love story. In the year 1960, the film Psycho burst onto theatre screens, beginning ...