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“Horror is the removal of masks.”

Quote by Robert Bloch

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Robert Bloch was an American writer known for his contributions to the horror genre. His most famous work, 'Psycho', published in 1959, is considered a classic in psychological horror and has had a profound impact on the genre. more

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