Thank You, Alfred Hitchcock!

Rating: 10/10 (13 August 2007)

Alfred Hitchcock is clearly one of the greatest directors the world has ever seen. He proved this to me with Psycho, a film that has transcended time and technology to remain a masterpiece. It is ahead of its time in all its aspects: Cinematography, music, even the fantastic performances from the incredible cast. And it is all put together by a master: Mr. Alfred Hitchcock.
Most people by now know the classic story: A young woman stuck in a road-blocked love affair steals $40,000 in a desperate last attempt to make a life with her boyfriend. She stays the night at a deserted and somewhat decrepit old motel, where she meets a young man who may not be quite what he seems. I won't say more. I was lucky enough to know nothing about the story when I watched it, and it only made my experience all the more thrilling.
I must give credit to the absolutely perfect performances from each and every cast member. Both of the leading ladies are excellent. Janet Leigh plays the woman who stole the money, Marion Crane, while Vera Miles plays her sister. But of course the show completely and totally belongs to Anthony Perkins in what is probably one of the greatest performances ever given. He plays the young man who runs the old motel, and is our titular character. What Mr. Perkins did with this character is brilliant: He's a seemingly kind and attractive man. It's pure brilliance.
Yes, Mr. Hitchcock gave us a true masterpiece with Psycho. It remains still one of the scariest movies I've ever seen. I had trouble getting to sleep two nights afterwards! The film is shocking as well as groundbreaking. Thank you, Alfred Hitchcock! 10/10 stars!
Jay Addison