Being that the original is my all-time favorite, I had certain doubts about this remake. There were some changes from the original movie. However, if it was a 100% replica of the original, it would have been pointless. The fact that some things were added and changed gave it a fresh appearance. Ironic, isn't it? All of the new stars excelled in their roles. Vince Vaughn made a convincing Norman Bates. Anthony Perkins wouldn't be turning in his grave. Anne Heche was wonderful as the ill-fated shower victim, I wish Janet Leigh shared my enthusiasm. Now, I really love the idea of them remaking it because it had the same effect it had back in 1960. It's not better than the original, and as the filmmakers said,"We're not trying to make it better, we're complementing it." That was absolutely correct. The fact that Gus Van Sant and the cast came forward and made such a bold and risky project makes me have so much respect for them because they're pushing the envelope. That's what filmmaking's all about. My friends now want to watch the original because of how well-made the remake was. It's almost as good as the original, my congratulations to Gus Van Sant, Vince Vaughn, Anne Heche and the rest of the cast and crew for a job well-done. Alfred Hitchcock would have been proud.
