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The iconic 'shower scene' in 'Psycho' has over 70 cuts and took a week to film — terror edited frame by frame.

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The sequence is famous for fast editing—often cited at 70+ cuts—creating violence through rhythm rather than explicit gore. It took days to shoot because each tiny angle, sound, and timing beat was meticulously controlled. (Reddit)

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The iconic 'shower scene' in 'Psycho' has over 70 cuts and took a week to film — terror edited frame by frame. | SmartAss Facts