Definitely the best horror film of all time

Rating: 10/10 (18 February 2004)

"Psycho" has been called the best horror movie of all time, and it's no surprise that it has considering that it was directed by The Master of Suspense, Alfred Hitchcock. Hitchcock, who has directed (and sometimes produced) 53 films,
was definitely successful with this one. It makes no difference that 'Psycho" is a 1960 film, it is just as good, if not better, than any horror film made today. The film has an eeriness to it. Even though it is not constant killing after killing, it is still very creepy. The biggest factor contributing to the "on the edge of your seat" feeling in the film is the music. Throughout the entire film the music is unsettling, suspenseful, and it gives the viewer an uncomfortable feeling that is hard to explain. A scene as simple as someone driving in a car can become
intense and even a little scary once the music begins. It is never dull and it is always interesting. There is no doubt that "Psycho" without it's fast paced, loud, and startling music would not be the truly terrifying film that it is. Anthony Perkins plays Norman Bates, the psycho. Perkins' acting job is very
well done and actually really believable. He doesn't need to stick with one type of acting to be good. He can be a nice guy, he can be mad, he can be sad, he can even behave as a lunatic and in all situations his acting is realistic. When it comes to Anthony Perkins' acting job in "Psycho" there is no cheesiness to be found. There are many other great performances by great actors/actresses in "Psycho." Such as Janet Leigh as Marianne Crane, Vera Miles as Lila Crane, and John
Gavin as Sam Lumus. While all of their acting jobs are believable and
entertaining to watch, there are a few times when they may have overdone it or come across as cheesy. But put those times aside and you're left with one very good actor and two very good actresses. Besides, nobody's perfect. "Psycho" is a black and white film that takes place mostly at night. Because of that, some of the backgrounds in a few scenes don't look as realistic as they could. The viewer may be able to tell that they aren't real and if they are real the viewer is likely to think that they aren't. This does not take away from the film at all. Regardless of some cheesy acting or backgrounds that look fake, "Psycho" is
still the best horror film of all time, and there's no arguing with that.