American Psycho

Lions Gate Films | Release Date: April 14, 2000

8.6	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 1155 Ratings

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DokaluJun 23, 2015

A very original film about a rich Wall Street employee who really enjoys killing people. Christian Bale performance is excellent here, the story is surprisingly well handled; and the conclusion this film had will leave you searching into your head.

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bigtunaonfilmApr 25, 2015

American Psycho succeeds at being both a mind-bending psychological thriller and a smart political satire at the same time, a rare feat. This film makes you think, but at the same time keeps you interested. There are a lot of shockingAmerican Psycho succeeds at being both a mind-bending psychological thriller and a smart political satire at the same time, a rare feat. This film makes you think, but at the same time keeps you interested. There are a lot of shocking moments, all driven by Christian Bale's superb performance. All in all, this is a great movie that more mature fans of Christian Bale should definitely check out.… Expand

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PanchogulSep 15, 2022

De seguro tiene merecido su estatus de culto, pero personalmente no creo que sea para tanto.

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alejandro970Mar 5, 2017

A sharp critic of the vain, shallow style of life in the half of 80s. Christian Bale is playboy, memorable in the skin of a modern Dr. Jeckyll - Mr. Hyde. Pay attention for the songs of OST.

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FilipeNetoJun 25, 2018

This film is based on a book I never read and talks about the life of Patrick Bateman, a successful New York stockbroker who lives for appearances because of his exacerbated materialism. He loves appearances, personified on his perfect face,This film is based on a book I never read and talks about the life of Patrick Bateman, a successful New York stockbroker who lives for appearances because of his exacerbated materialism. He loves appearances, personified on his perfect face, on his business card, in his home and ostentatious way of life. However, he feels that something is missing, and that he can not be complete with just that. Then he begins to kill and maim all those he can (prostitutes, beggars, people he hates) in order to extricate the contempt he feels for others and feel a more intense emotion. Thus, this film becomes a huge criticism of the world of appearances in which we live, and in which a monster only needs to look beautiful and successful to be well accepted by our society. However, its such an implicit criticism that many people focus on the crimes and ignored the philosophical reflection around the character. Christian Bale was huge in the lead role, and his strong and impressive acting is undoubtedly one of the main reasons to watch this movie. He is definitely to be congratulated, having made in this film one of the strongest roles in his career. The rest of the cast gives the actor a strong foundation for him to grow and shine. In spite of all this, it is a hard-to-watch movie, with very crude and violent images of murders and mutilations. Some consideration is needed before watching, which includes taking all the minors out of the room.… Expand

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GrantD243Apr 25, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There's something genuinely fascinating, and disturbing, about Christian Bale's character in American Psycho. He truly puts off the vibe that you'd expect from a deranged serial killer, but because of the kind of people (Wall Street/rich men) he is surrounded by nobody picks up on how crazy he really is. They either don't care, or they're so concerned with themselves and their own lives that they don't even notice. And even when he tries to come clean, nothing happens. But, even with such an intriguing character at the center of this film, there's something about it that just doesn't quite do it for me. It definitely has to do with the story, but I can't put my finger on exactly what it is. It really is a fine film, and I enjoy watching it, but it's hard to not feel like it could have been better in terms of the plot.… Expand

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OwenMansellMay 29, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The acting from Christian Bale is sensational adding to the eerie plot of American psycho. The thought of not knowing whether he is a mass murderer or if it's all his murderous fantasies makes this film one of my favourites. One of the best thriller films to come out in the 21st century.… Expand

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WedhroJul 6, 2020

The critique of yuppies is a little to shallow to matter, albeit funny, and the twist falls a little flat on its face, but the superlative performance by Bale (as usual) make this much more watchable than what it would have been with aThe critique of yuppies is a little to shallow to matter, albeit funny, and the twist falls a little flat on its face, but the superlative performance by Bale (as usual) make this much more watchable than what it would have been with a different actor.… Expand

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AJ_13Jan 24, 2021

Funny, satiric and, as Patrick Bateman, elegant. Christian Bale at his best.

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Ellie_WilliamssApr 29, 2022

Cтильный фильм. Бэйл как всегда на уровне. Фильм однозначно идет к обязательному просмотру любому киноману!

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liamexeJun 1, 2023

In case you missed American Psycho. Even so, it is a dark comedy. Despite its severe violence, Psycho is meant to be amusing in the same way that Fargo was; both films are incredibly funny despite their extreme violence. No, it's not aIn case you missed American Psycho. Even so, it is a dark comedy. Despite its severe violence, Psycho is meant to be amusing in the same way that Fargo was; both films are incredibly funny despite their extreme violence. No, it's not a psychological thriller or a horror film. If you assumed that, you were completely mistaken and most likely won't appreciate it as much as you would if you viewed it as a comedy, which is what it is. This movie and book were probably greatly influenced by Vampire's Kiss, which has many parallels. a man whose reality—or lack thereof—is utterly unreal. Is someone gradually becoming insane, or what?… Expand

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AmadouIraklidisNov 10, 2022

A very interesting, misunderstood film. While many take it as a critique, the story is quite transparently and thinly veiled of a deeply mentally ill and disturbed man, which makes all the twists, turns, and debauchery, disdainful behaviorA very interesting, misunderstood film. While many take it as a critique, the story is quite transparently and thinly veiled of a deeply mentally ill and disturbed man, which makes all the twists, turns, and debauchery, disdainful behavior all the more alleviating and understandable.… Expand

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PasquiMay 30, 2023

The movie is good, but kinda overrated. Good actors, good acting but it was too raw for my liking.

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HuiatMay 24, 2023

Es buena película, apesar de ser muy sangrienta y para públicos muy mayores de edad, la considero buena

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zrsafarJun 22, 2023

Underwhelming, was hearing best movie of all time shouts from the media. Was enjoyable at parts but something felt missing.

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GrahamM.Jan 29, 2006

First of all, this is a satire, not a comedy. Do not get those two very different things mixed up. Second, this is not a standard slasher movie, infact its hard to call this a slasher movie. This is not like a teen horror flick, such as First of all, this is a satire, not a comedy. Do not get those two very different things mixed up. Second, this is not a standard slasher movie, infact its hard to call this a slasher movie. This is not like a teen horror flick, such as freddy or Jason or Scream, This is far more sophisticated and intelligent. This is an intelligent film with very interesting characters and performances by great actors such as Christian Bale, Willem Dafoe as well as Reese Witherspoone. Once you start watching this film, it will be hard to look away because the beginnging sucks you right in with Bale's characters narration. To be honest, this isnt the goriest movie ever, far from it, this film has tension and suggests allot of the violence without showing. The ending is very thought provoking and will make you want to watch it through again, because to understand what happens, once isnt enough.… Expand

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DominikV.Sep 11, 2009

The film tries its best to show the very impressive and well-translated satirical-critical, psychological, social themes of the book by the same name in an appropriate running time while remaining interesting from beginning to end with The film tries its best to show the very impressive and well-translated satirical-critical, psychological, social themes of the book by the same name in an appropriate running time while remaining interesting from beginning to end with almost no unnecessary or missing parts.… Expand

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AdamKNov 28, 2008

Great use of satire. Bale's acting is superb.

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