Psycho (1960)

Horror Queers

After tackling its two sequels, we're finally crossing off a classic with Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho (1960).

Turns out we have a ton to say in this supersized episode, which makes sense considering the film is technically masterful, features iconic sequences and boasts two stellar lead performances.

Plus: a 'pregnant' production history, Baters and momism, Gus Van Sant's 1998 shot for shot remake, and a variety of (queer) readings of Norman Bates.

References:

> Harmony Colangelo. “Dressing Down the “Killer Crossdresser” Trope: Is It Inherently Problematic?” Bloody Disgusting

> Gabriella Colombo Machado. “We are all in our private traps": Transphobia in Hitchcock's Psycho."The Scattered Pelican

> Alexander Doty.“He’s a transvestite!” “Ah, not exactly.” How Queer Is My Psycho” Flaming Classics: Queering the Film Canon.

> David Greven. "The Death-Mother in Psycho: Hitchcock, Femininity, and Queer Desire." Studies in Gender and Sexuality, 15:3

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

Be sure to support the boys on Patreon

Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada 


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After tackling its two sequels, we're finally crossing off a classic with Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho (1960).

Turns out we have a ton to say in this supersized episode, which makes sense considering the film is technically masterful, features iconic sequences and boasts two stellar lead performances.

Plus: a 'pregnant' production history, Baters and momism, Gus Van Sant's 1998 shot for shot remake, and a variety of (queer) readings of Norman Bates.

References:

> Harmony Colangelo. “Dressing Down the “Killer Crossdresser” Trope: Is It Inherently Problematic?” Bloody Disgusting

> Gabriella Colombo Machado. “We are all in our private traps": Transphobia in Hitchcock's Psycho."The Scattered Pelican

> Alexander Doty.“He’s a transvestite!” “Ah, not exactly.” How Queer Is My Psycho” Flaming Classics: Queering the Film Canon.

> David Greven. "The Death-Mother in Psycho: Hitchcock, Femininity, and Queer Desire." Studies in Gender and Sexuality, 15:3

Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners

> Trace: @tracedthurman

> Joe: @bstolemyremote

Be sure to support the boys on Patreon

Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada 


Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2023-07-19 152 min
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