description American Psycho Overview
American Psycho is a 2000 psychological horror film centered on Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banker living in New York City. The story, adapted from Bret Easton Ellis’ novel, depicts Bateman's dual existence as a seemingly normal businessman and a serial killer. The film utilizes black comedy to critique 1980s consumer culture and its associated values.
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info American Psycho Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2000 |
help American Psycho FAQ
Is Patrick Bateman actually committing the murders in American Psycho?
The film deliberately refuses to confirm how many of Bateman's crimes happened as shown and how many may be fantasies or distorted memories. His lawyer's reaction to the Paul Allen confession intensifies the ambiguity rather than resolving it.
Why is the business-card scene so important?
Bateman and his colleagues obsess over nearly identical cards because tiny status signals dominate their competitive Wall Street culture. Bateman's panic over Paul Allen's card exposes how fragile his carefully manufactured identity is.
Who directed American Psycho, and who wrote the original novel?
Mary Harron directed the 2000 film and co-wrote its screenplay with Guinevere Turner. It adapts Bret Easton Ellis's controversial 1991 novel.
Why does Patrick Bateman talk about Huey Lewis and Phil Collins?
His polished music lectures create a comic contrast with the violence that follows and show his obsession with surfaces. The Huey Lewis monologue precedes his attack on Paul Allen while "Hip to Be Square" plays.
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