Hitchcock (2012, dir. Sacha Gervasi) ***.5/****

Alfred Hitchcock was a man of unparalleled genius who went against the views of his time to direct works of unconventional talent that were both critically acclaimed and popular with audiences.  Hitchcock tells the story of the making of Psycho in 1960 and how his relationship with his wife Alma (Helen Mirren) helped to facilitate his creativity and many of his filmmaking decisions.  Anthony Hopkins brilliantly captures the essence of the famed director in all his idiosyncratic glory.  Film buffs and Hitchcock aficionados will undoubtedly enjoy the Hitch-lore and historical accuracy.  There are good supporting performances from Scarlet Johansson, Toni Colette and Jessica Biel.  It is an altogether enjoyable film to watch.