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What makes the shower scene in psycho so successful?
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What makes the shower scene in psycho so successful? Hitchcock's infamous 'Psycho' is undoubtedly one of the best horror-thriller films ever to be made. When you talk about the film, Psycho, people literally jump in fright. It is recognized as one of the most heart-pounding films of all-time. The most famous scene featured in psycho is the shower scene, notorious for its screams and music. It begins with Marian undressing and showering as normal. The use of a see-through shower curtain enables you to see Marian, unaware that the audience can see a dark figure creeping up towards the shower. The curtain is suddenly whipped open to reveal the mysterious, shadowed figure holding up a knife. The famous psycho music and scream from the victim is heard, and the killer stabs her a number of times before quickly making their exit. There is a high-angle shot, indicating vulnerability and helplessness, of...
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