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Friendly Fright: A Review of Alfred Hitchcock's 'Psycho'

The 1960 horror film "Psycho," directed by Alfred Hitchcock, tells the story of a series of chilling events that unfold over a weekend in Arizona and California.

The film begins with Marion Crane (Janet Leigh) committing a crime and going on the run, leading her to stop at the Bates Motel, where she meets the charming but mysterious Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins).

After Marion's disappearance, her sister Lila Crane (Vera Miles) hires a private detective, Milton Arbogast (Martin Balsam), to search for her. When Arbogast stops responding, Lila and Marion's boyfriend, Sam Loomis (John Gavin), visit the Bates Motel, uncovering a shocking secret.

To celebrate the Halloween season, The Auburn Plainsman Lifestyle Section is reviewing and recommending horror movies, including "Psycho."

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Author's summary: Reviewing Alfred Hitchcock's horror classic "Psycho".

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