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Why did Hitchcock change the appearance of the Norman Bates character in the movie Psycho?
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In the book he was short, fat, and unattractive. Hitchcock decided that he wanted Norman Bates to be tall, slim, and attractive. I would assume this was done so that the audience would sympathize with him and like him, which would make it more of a shock when he turned out to be an insane monster. It would also allow Janet Leigh's character, Marion Crane, to develop a rapport with Bates before being killed by him. But I have not been able to find any quotations from Hitchcock to support this theory.
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What did Norman Bates do to his mother in the movie Psycho?
This was inspired by what Alfred Hitchcock's mother used to make him do as a child.
In which film does Alfred Hitchcock make his famous cameo appearance wearing a cowboy hat?
Psycho
What is the disturbance or trigger event in the movie Physco by Alfred Hitchcock?
The disturbance or trigger event in the movie Psycho was the character Vera stopping for the night at the motel. It set off Norman, or rather 'Mother'.
In which of his films does Alfred Hitchcock makes his now famous cameo appearance wearing a cowboy hat?
Psycho
What movie has Norman dressed as his mother?
"Psycho" (1960). Directed by Afred Hitchcock. Starred Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh.
Who said We all go a little mad sometimes?
The character of Norman Bates in Alfred Hitchcock's movie "Psycho".
What did Norman Bates do to his mother in the movie Psycho?
This was inspired by what Alfred Hitchcock's mother used to make him do as a child.
In which film does Alfred Hitchcock make his famous cameo appearance wearing a cowboy hat?
Psycho
What is the disturbance or trigger event in the movie Physco by Alfred Hitchcock?
The disturbance or trigger event in the movie Psycho was the character Vera stopping for the night at the motel. It set off Norman, or rather 'Mother'.
In which of his films does Alfred Hitchcock makes his now famous cameo appearance wearing a cowboy hat?
Psycho
What movie has Norman dressed as his mother?
"Psycho" (1960). Directed by Afred Hitchcock. Starred Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh.
When was Hitchcock was nominated for Psycho?
Alfred Hitchcock was nominated as best director for Psycho in 1961.
Who played Norman Bates in the 1998 remake of Psycho?
Anthony Perkins plays Norman Bates in Alfred Hitchcock's classic 1960 movie, Psycho. Vince Vaughn plays Norman Bates in the 1998 remake that was directed by Gus Van Sant.
Who directed the 1960 feature film 'Psycho'?
Alfred Hitchcock .
When was Norman Bates created?
Anthony Perkins played Norman Bates in the 60's cult film Psycho.
Who is director of classic film Psycho?
Alfred Hitchcock
A classic Alfred Hitchcock thriller?
(1960) Psycho
