Norman Bates, the twisted protagonist of Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho (1960), remains one of the most influential and fascinating villains in cinematic history. With his unassuming demeanor, boyish charm, and deeply disturbed psyche, Norman represents the darker, repressed side of humanity, making him a timeless figure in the annals of film and pop culture.

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