Psycho (1960): Trivia, Notes Viewing Activity, Quiz, Teacher Answers

This 7-page guide for Alfred Hitchcock’s classic “Psycho” (1960) contains key background information and trivia about the film, followed by an in-depth analysis three scenes, asking the students to consider how the director employs traits of German Expressionism and the horror genre. An excellent supplement to pair following either the German Expressionism notes, or Psycho PowerPoint notes. Students can review the notes on the horror genre, followed by learning interesting notes of trivia, and take notes while viewing the film in or out of class. A quiz following the film is also attached, including a rubric and answers for the teacher.