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35 Years Ago, An Iconic Horror Franchise Came To A Fascinatingly Weird End

Not even Hitchcock classics were immune to the unnecessary sequel.

Inverse

Acclaimed horror director condemns Ryan Murphy’s new Ed Gein series, says he ‘wouldn’t watch it with a 10-foot pole’

‘Longlegs’ director is the son of late ‘Psycho’ star Anthony Perkins, whose character Norman Bates was inspired by Gein

The Independent UK

Netflix's Monster: The Ed Gein Story called "devoid of context" by horror director and son of Psycho star Anthony Perkins: "I wouldn’t watch it with a 10-foot pole"

Osgood Perkins' father Anthony Perkins is portrayed in the new series

Total Film

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I Will Defend Psycho II, And Other Bad Sequels Everyone Hates, And Here’s Why

Bad or just misunderstood?

Cinemablend

The True Story of Anthony Perkins, the 'Psycho' Actor in Netflix's 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story'

Ryan Murphy's true crime series explores the filming of Alfred Hitchcock's classic horror film.

Marie Claire

Netflix's Controversial New Thriller Dangerously Misrepresents Hollywood History

Ryan Murphy's latest true crime series mythologizes both its subject and a classic horror film.

Inverse

Monster: The Ed Gein Story shows Ryan Murphy will always choose thrills over subtlety and suspense

COMMENT: With the latest edition of his ‘Monster’ series, the showrunner leans, yet again, into his icky instincts and leaves nothing to the imagination, writes Nick Hilton

The Independent UK

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Monster: The Ed Gein Story – The horrifying true story behind the killer who fascinated Hollywood

IN FOCUS: As Ryan Murphy’s ‘Monsters: The Ed Gein Story’ arrives on Netflix, Tom Murray speaks to acclaimed true-crime author Harold Schechter about the mother-obsessed murderer who inspired film villains such as Norman Bates, Leatherface and Buffalo Bill

The Independent UK

5 shows like 'The Girlfriend' to stream now

What to watch after Prime Video's family thriller

Tom’s Guide

5 movies I was shocked to learn are based on books

Who knew these movies were book adaptations? Not I

Tom’s Guide

Longlegs director Osgood Perkins: ‘I am an authority in losing people in insane ways’

INTERVIEW: The actor-turned-filmmaker – who you may recognise from, yes, ‘Legally Blonde’ – has directed a new film about an evil mechanical monkey. He speaks to Annabel Nugent about grief, his mother’s tragic death on 9/11, and getting to know his famous father – ‘Psycho’ star Anthony – through his…

The Independent UK

5 best shows like 'Dexter' to stream after 'Original Sin' finale

What to watch after 'Dexter: Original Sin'

Tom’s Guide

Twisters! Tennis! Transformations! The best movie moments of 2024

From edge-of-seat chases to sexy role-playing, Guardian writers pick their most memorable scenes from films released in the US this year

The Guardian - US

7 best shows about serial killers to watch on Netflix, Prime Video and more

Here are the best shows about serial killers to watch on Netflix, Prime Video and more, including "Mindhunter," "You" and others.

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Netflix just got one of the best psychological thrillers ever made — and it's 97% on Rotten Tomatoes

Netflix just got one of the most important psychological thriller movies in cinema history — and it's still a masterpiece today.

The Guardian - US

Inner demons: grappling with childhood trauma in horror movies

Longlegs, from writer-director Osgood Perkins and son of Psycho star Anthony, tells a story that gives us clues to its maker’s unusual upbringing

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Exploring The Fascinating World Of Iconic Movie Villains

Explore the top 10 iconic movie villains, from Hannibal Lecter to The Wicked Witch of the West, known for their chilling performances and lasting impact on...

The Independent UK

17 brilliant movies ruined by terrible endings

Louis Chilton selects 17 films that fell at the final hurdle

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The Independent UK

17 great movies ruined by terrible endings

Louis Chilton selects 17 films that fell at the final hurdle

The Independent UK

17 great movies ruined by terrible endings

Louis Chilton selects 17 films that fell at the final hurdle

Cinemablend

The Scariest Scene In 25 Major Horror Movies

We do a deep dive on the 25 of the scariest horror movie moments of all time.

Total Film

Weird Barbie's house was inspired by Psycho

From Norman Bates to Hanna-Barbera, production designer Sarah Greenwood explains her Weird Barbie inspiration

Cinemablend

The Best And Worst Thing About Every Major Horror Franchise

We explore major horror franchises' best and worst aspects, delving into their successes, missteps, and enduring impact on the genre and pop culture.

The Independent UK

The 20 most blood-curdling portrayals of real-life killers

Isobel Lewis and Louis Chilton select a list of the finest dramatic portrayals of real-life killers in film and TV

Inverse

You Need to Watch the Most Important Psychological Thriller Ever Made on Netflix ASAP

Some classics are overrated. This isn't one of them.

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