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Psycho III

19861 hour 33 minsREnglish

HorroRated verdict
Recommended

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1980sPsychologicalSlasherHaunted LocationGothic
Directed by
Anthony Perkins
Written by
Charles Edward Pogue
Produced by
Hilton A. Green, Don Zepfel
Collections
Franchise

Why it’s HorroRated

Psycho III is darker and stranger than its predecessor and Anthony Perkins directing himself as Norman gives it an extra layer of self-awareness that really works. It's not as tight as Psycho II but it has moments that actually surprise and it's a better film than its reputation suggests. Perkins brings real sadness to the character here.

Synopsis

Norman manages the motel and tries to hold onto the routine that keeps him stable while the house behind him tests his resolve. Anthony Perkins directed this one himself, and his familiarity with the character gives the performance an additional self-awareness about how far Norman has come and how close he still is to the edge.

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PsychologicalSlashersGothicSlow Burn

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Quick facts

Release date
April 2, 1986
Runtime
1 hour 33 mins
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Content rating
R
Entry type
Movie

Content notes

  • Blood and gore
  • Violence and peril
  • Disturbing themes

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1980sPsychologicalSlasherHaunted LocationGothicFranchise HorrorSlow Burn

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