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Deep Dive: 78/52 (2017)

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78/52
78/52 is a documentary that focuses on the iconic shower scene from Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 film Psycho. The scene features Marion, portrayed by Janet Leigh, who is murdered while taking a shower at the Bates Motel. The documentary breaks down the technical aspects of the scene, which consists of 78 camera setups and 52 cuts, providing a detailed analysis of its construction and significance in film history. The film premiered at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival and was released on October 13, 2017. It has received generally favorable reviews, with an 88% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 74 on Metacritic. Critics note that the film serves as a tribute to Psycho, emphasizing its lasting impact on cinema nearly 60 years after its release.

Why Watch

  • •See the breakdown of Psycho's famous shower scene.
  • •Discover insights from filmmakers and critics.
  • •Find out why Psycho remains culturally significant.

Did You Know

•The documentary is titled 78/52 because of the 78 camera setups and 52 cuts in the shower scene.
•It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2017.
•The film has an 88% approval rating from 88 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
•Metacritic assigned the film a score of 74 out of 100 based on 20 critics.

Perfect For

Film analysis enthusiastsHitchcock fansCinematic history buffs