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Psycho II (Collector's Edition) [Blu-ray]
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Genre | Horror/Slasher Flicks |
Format | Multiple Formats, NTSC, Widescreen, Anamorphic, Blu-ray |
Contributor | Claudia Bryar, Tim Maier, Robert Alan Browne, Tom Holland (Director)(1943), Meg Tilly, Ben Hartigan, Vera Miles, Lee Garlington, Richard Franklin, Robert Loggia, Chris Hendrie, Hugh Gillin, Michael Lomazow, Jill Carroll, Anthony Perkins, Dennis Franz See more |
Language | English |
Runtime | 1 hour and 42 minutes |
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When Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins) is finally released from a mental institution, he returns to the Bates Motel to what he hopes will be a normal, quiet life. But he soon hears the voice of his dead mother, and the bodies begin to pile up. Has Norman cracked, or is someone trying to drive him insane?
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For this second sequel to Alfred Hitchcock's genre-defining thriller Psycho, star Anthony Perkins not only reprised his role as the personality-conflicted antihero Norman Bates, but also made his directorial debut, with often surprisingly solid results. Perkins wisely takes his cues from the master himself for Psycho III, tipping his hat to Vertigo with an opening sequence in which novice nun Diana Scarwid's failed suicide attempt results in an accidental death. The defrocked Scarwid takes to the road with a would-be musician (Jeff Fahey, Lost, Machete), only to end up at the Bates Motel, which is still presided over by the seemingly rehabilitated Norman. But one look at Scarwid, whose character not only resembles but shares the same initials as Norman's most famous victim, Marion Crane, and the wheels are set in motion for another murder spree to break out on the grounds of the now notorious motel. The presence of Perkins in the director's chair for Psycho III proves to be one of the film's greatest assets, as he not only pays tribute to the original but keeps matters moving at a brisk pace with more than a few stylistic flourishes. The script by Charles Edward Pogue (The Fly) also attempts to layer levels of psychological complexity into the picture, but their best efforts are frequently undone by unnecessarily gratuitous levels of violence and cheap sleaze introduced in the belief that viewers would not sit through a bloodless horror film. The exploitative elements don't mix well with the craftsmanship attempted by Perkins and Pogue, resulting in an off-kilter final effort that pleased few, as evidenced by the picture's low box-office take. Viewed over a quarter century later, Psycho III is a fitfully interesting picture hampered by the desire of competing parties to present a movie that would appeal to all audiences. The Scream Factory Blu-ray is highlighted by a feature-length commentary track by Pogue, who discusses his collaboration with Perkins and their frequent run-ins with Universal over the direction of the film, including proposed alternate storylines and endings. Interviews with a gregarious Fahey, actress-turned-director Katt Shea (who played one of Norman's victims) and B queen Brinke Stevens, who served as Scarwid's body double, are full of intriguing anecdotes and should please fans of the film. The disc is rounded out by a talk with special makeup effects creator Michael Westmore, who describes the construction of Mother, among other designs, as well as a trailer and TV spot and a staggering amount of promotional and publicity stills. --Paul Gaita
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- MPAA rating : R (Restricted)
- Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.17 ounces
- Item model number : 26923835
- Director : Richard Franklin
- Media Format : Multiple Formats, NTSC, Widescreen, Anamorphic, Blu-ray
- Run time : 1 hour and 42 minutes
- Release date : September 24, 2013
- Actors : Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, Meg Tilly, Robert Loggia, Dennis Franz
- Subtitles: : English, English
- Studio : Shout Factory
- ASIN : B00D7AM5U8
- Country of Origin : USA
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #29,426 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
- #1,384 in Horror (Movies & TV)
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Anthony Perkins reprises his role as Norman Bates, and he does it with such finesse that you'd think no time had passed since we last encountered him in that eerie old house on the hill. Perkins' portrayal of Norman's delicate psyche is a masterclass in acting, navigating the thin line between charm and madness.
"Psycho 2" has the soul of a jazz improvisation, hitting unexpected notes and keeping you guessing till the very last frame. The tension is palpable, like the silence before a wild bebop riff explodes. Director Richard Franklin knows how to wield suspense like a beat poet uses words to captivate an audience.
This film is no mere imitation; it's a symphony of suspense and psychological intrigue that stands tall on its own. With twists and turns that would make Kerouac's head spin, "Psycho 2" defies expectations and delivers a finale that left me shouting "hallelujah" like a beatnik poet celebrating a breakthrough.
In the end, "Psycho 2" is a triumphant return to the sinister world of the Bates Motel, a fusion of old and new that will have you dancing a bebop jig of delight. If you're a fan of Hitchcock's original masterpiece or just a seeker of cinematic thrills, this is one sequel you do not want to miss, my fellow wanderers of the silver screen. It's a wild ride down a winding road of madness, and I'm ready to hop on again for the sheer joy of it!
Admittedly, it is likely to be assumed that the sequel to such an iconic film would be "horrible." I've often wondered over the years, if such an attitude helped lead this movie to better reviews. The old: expect less, surprised by more...
Also, it was this movie that introduced me to Jerry Goldsmith, famous composer, who wrote the Original Sound Track. It was reported that after Anthony Perkins listened to this music, he actually wept, he enjoyed it that much. I would go on to listen to many more soundtracks by this composer.
The Blu Ray transfer is better than I expected, but I honestly thought it was a little dark, and washed out. The special features were good, but I was very confused by the "Audio Commentary" by famous celebrities attached to the project, including several actors, and the producer (but alas, nothing from Alfred Hitchcock, the director of the Original Psych.) The movie starts, and on a certain audio track,you hear a volume come up,and an introduction from an announcer...then you hear an audio interview from each person, several, throughout.
There's no "commentary" on the scene you are watching; each celebrity is reintroduced, and the words you hear him announce, are repetitive. It's very poorly done, in my opinion. It seems like "Special Feature fluff." I've never experienced anything quite like it.
I will still award it 4 stars, but I was not super thrilled with the special features, especially the one described.
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The region 1 USA DVD has a good picture. No features, 1hr-53mins, 1983.
The UK DVD from the 1-4 box set has no features either, decent picture quality. same uncut as import.
And this Blu ray edition is absolutely perfect in every way. Sound and picture are unbelievably clear, colors at their finest and the Jerry Goldsmith score couldn't get any better treatment.
Love the extras, too, thought it's too bad not to have Mrs Tilly on the screen after all these years.