A Comparison of Psycho and Halloween Psycho has been described, as being the "father of the modern horror movie" being the first film classed in the horror genre. In 1960 Hitchcock sparked off the stalk and slash genre that is so popular today, especially among teens. ... Despite being released in 1960 the technology available at this time would of allowed Hitchcock to use colour in the film yet he chose black and white helping to add to the eerie atmosphere it emulates. Presenting the film in black and white emphasis's the horror genres first appearance as well as setting the events i...

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