: While based on the characters from Robert Bloch’s 1959 novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s film, the series is set in the modern day to provide a fresh take on Norman’s descent.
"We all go a little mad sometimes," he whispered to the empty lobby, and for a second, the humming sign seemed to whisper back. Bates Motel
Since you asked for a "piece" related to the show, here is a short, original creative writing piece capturing its eerie atmosphere, followed by notable trivia about the production. : While based on the characters from Robert