119. Psycho (1960)

Published: Jan. 20, 2020, 7 a.m.

This week we're beginning our Psycho series by taking a look back at Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 classic. A critical and commercial success upon release, Psycho has since become recognised as one of the most iconic films of all time, casting a long shadow over Hollywood cinema, and horror cinema in particular. But what is it about this film that earned it such a strong and loyal cult following?