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TeddoesreviewsAug 22, 2023

Goo goo gaga I'm a sigma mail.

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k1erxJul 18, 2023

странные но прикольные эмоции передает фильм

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Sosmooth1982Jul 17, 2023

Well it's definitely what the title says he's a american psycho. That's an understatement. Really good movie.

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ReshiruuJul 1, 2023

Fun, thrilling and keeps you thinking. Christian Bale was phenomenal in this film.

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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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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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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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egoBorderApr 26, 2023

A perfect masterpiece, and it's criminal the director wasn't more celebrated. This is a must-watch for any fan of cinema

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SaadthelegendApr 22, 2022

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ANICEGGFeb 18, 2023

Kind of sad social media turned this movie into "I hate girls and I love gym" with the sigma meme...

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TrailesqueFeb 15, 2023

Bale's over-the-top performance is what really keeps this loony, dark dramedy afloat. I suppose it was only a matter of time until someone got the idea to create a character who is both an arrogrant, narcisssistic, upper crust youngBale's over-the-top performance is what really keeps this loony, dark dramedy afloat. I suppose it was only a matter of time until someone got the idea to create a character who is both an arrogrant, narcisssistic, upper crust young businessman and a vicious serial killer, but writer Bret E. Ellis gets the credit. There is not much to like here, and hardly anyone to root for, with the exception of the main character's secretary. It is Wall Street in the 1980s, and the characters are vapid jerks, lost in a world of designer clothes, reservations at chic restaurants, and cocaine-fueled partying. The cynicism is laid on with a shovel, and the outbursts of evil madness and humor are pretty bizarre. Watch while our killer begins his rampages with little critical reviews of 1980s pop music albums. Why? And why bother watching? I found myself asking that question a lot, until Bale appears to save the day.… Expand

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Perspective_DetJan 21, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I found American Psycho to be a very fascinating, and unpredictable film. I read it as some insight and commentary on some Uber masculine ideal and as a sick male fantasy of control and power over most things. Patrick Bateman is certainly a character who will stick with me for a while, as he is a very strange and disturbed man. Christian Bale steals the show in the portrayal, as although I found myself quite sickened, uncomfortable and off put by Bateman, I simply couldn't look away as he has this weirdly alluring sense of charisma, charm and stoicism, that watching him interact with any character in the film was always so interesting. We don't really learn much about Bateman personally, like what his life was like growing up, for example, and things that would help us understand why he is the way he is. And that's fine, because you don't really worry about those things as you watch the film, but later when the credits roll you start to ask yourself why. Bale nails presence in this movie, and was an overall delight to observe. The themes surrounding the film are related to corporate America, especially back in the time of this film's release (2000), but personally those themes tend to go over my head because I'm not going to pretend I know things about corporate America, but what I can speak to is the films Uber Masculine themes. My personal meaning behind the phrase Uber Masculine, is defined as something that glorifies masculine traits, such as high sex drive, or desire for power. Patrick Bateman exudes these ideals throughout the film for me, as he has high aspirations, and desires to be viewed as a kind of top dog within his corporate workspace. He works out a lot due to some obsession with his body, and tells women what to wear, and speaks of them misogynistically, at times. These themes are very interestingly explored in my eyes, and I can see why a lot of men would unironically like Patrick Bateman for what he stands for as an ideal of a man to aspire to, but I would say that is missing the point, as he is just strange, needlessly obsessive, and commanding. Traits that no one should aspire to. I almost liked him but stopped myself in time after assessing him. The latter half of the film lost me personally, and I didn't really enjoy the whole 'was it real' trope, never have. The film asks viewers to suspend their disbelief a lot. For example, I don't believe Det. Kimble would so easily just give Bateman information regarding the active investigation case as easily as he does, and I get that it likely is done in part to keep people on edge and such, but it personally felt very unnatural how trustworthy he is of Bateman. Another thing is his murdering of Jean being so violent and cartoonish, especially her death. Peoples' propensity to forget each other's names and faces. And finally, I don't think any real person would not think someone like Patrick Bateman is creepy, strange, or even just odd. He always felt so obviously obsessive and stoic, that it's a wonder he has any 'friends' or even a fiancé at all. Given the movies use of the 'was it real' trope, I have to believe these decisions were done with that ending in mind, but does that invalidate it all, I wonder. All in all, American Psycho is a great film and look into was power could do to someone. I highly recommend.… Expand

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johnnyboy53Jan 21, 2023

This movie was a complete waste of time and brain cells. The acting was wooden, the story was weak, and the supposed 'satire' fell flat. I can only assume the filmmakers were trying to appeal to the lowest common denominator with this trash.This movie was a complete waste of time and brain cells. The acting was wooden, the story was weak, and the supposed 'satire' fell flat. I can only assume the filmmakers were trying to appeal to the lowest common denominator with this trash. Save yourself the agony and don't bother with this cinematic abortion. Zero out of ten, and that's only because I can't give negative numbers.… Expand

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NethdalJan 11, 2023

Cinselliği çok abartmışlar. Bir psikopatın hayatını iyi anlatıyor. Ama ben sevemedim. Patrick Bateman'i de sigma olduğunu düşünmüyorum.

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siggi104Jul 8, 2022

This gotta be a parody. There is no way this is an actual movie. I don't believe it. If I'd be to see this as a comedic thriller I would give it a way higher score.

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IronFantonNov 21, 2022

Great script, superb acting, amazing photography direction and a marvelous soundtrack. A must watch movie that will keep you engaged with its dark jokes and incredible moments.

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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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Gts08Jun 23, 2022

There is something special about this film. Bateman's psychopatic personality, his journey, his murders, inside the layer of a darkly comedic satire, a great starter of the 2000s, a kind of cult classic, and the most unique character-studyThere is something special about this film. Bateman's psychopatic personality, his journey, his murders, inside the layer of a darkly comedic satire, a great starter of the 2000s, a kind of cult classic, and the most unique character-study (with Joker). |8.5/10|… Expand

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memoxr3Feb 21, 2022

The character Patrick Bateman is just brilliant, the acting, the music, the story and overall the whole movie is 10/10. Watch it. You won’t regret it

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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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PepeSilviaMorbSep 3, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You know, a lot of people just meme on this movie but it’s unironically great. The movie is made with real passion from Christian Bale right down to the set designers in making it feel both luxurious and terrifying. Bale gives honestly one of the best performances of the 21st century and even though it just gets called a Tom Cruise impression I think it’s more than that, a satirical and cynical portrait of American greed, pride, and ultimately, indifference. All this leads to the best scene in the movie, the murder of Paul Allen. A scene so iconic that people really don’t think about what it represents. An unhinged, unabashed, perhaps truly authentic American capitalist gleefully disposing of his competition with nary a care for not only his actions but how his own soul is defiled. Yet it also works to show you how wealth is basically a free pass to do whatever you want as Patrick doesn’t even come close to paying for his crimes, and that’s depressingly the most realistic part of the movie. Hey Paul!… Expand

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TheGreatNikakisAug 4, 2022

A rare case of a film that gets better the more it ages. American Psycho is more relevant than ever now with the incel culture on the rise. However, it's not just it's critic of capitalism and it's adoration from the incel culture that makeA rare case of a film that gets better the more it ages. American Psycho is more relevant than ever now with the incel culture on the rise. However, it's not just it's critic of capitalism and it's adoration from the incel culture that make this movie so good. The black humor is great and Bale's performance is nothing sort of brilliant. Easily his best work and he should have gotten an Oscar. It's a crime that he was not even nominated.… Expand

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officialpichuJul 19, 2022

American Psycho is the best movie ever made. Christian Bale's performance of Patrick Bateman is one of the best performances I have ever seen. I have watched American Psycho at least 15 times.

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cgomc323May 16, 2022

This movie doesn't work if the acting isn't where it needs to be, thankfully, it was. Truly a classic, one of the better movies of the 2000's.

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AmateurSamMay 11, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. American Psycho is a great film. That’s as simple as can be put. To be more specific, the performances given by all the actors are great. Willem Dafoe is perfect for Donald Kimball. He plays him very well and the techniques used to keep the viewer guessing on if he knows Patrick is a killer is genius. Christian Bale plays Patrick Bateman amazingly and is easily one of my personal favourite performances of all time. He is able to be unhinged, perfectly douchey, and absolutely dead inside all at once. Jared Leto also does a good job as Paul Allen. The film itself is filled with iconic scenes and imagery such as the business card scene, Bateman’s morning routine, and Paul Allen’s death scene to mention a few. Every character is well written just as the film is. The best part is that throughout the whole thing, it is never boring. So yeah it’s aight.… Expand

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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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IssacNotIsaacApr 23, 2022

Quite a mediocre movie which is sad cause this had so much potential. It's good but in my opinion has too many sex scenes which just doesn't make sense and the ending just feel rushed.

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Saron_UnchainedMar 30, 2022

Its a funny and thrilling Movie. The Movie never gives you a Pause you have to be focused but its definitly worth it.

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brafyMar 6, 2022

Amazing black comedy with a grim interpretation of yuppie culture and potentially dangerous it can be.

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SNXLFeb 28, 2022

KKKKKKKKK vtnc que filme ruim, não acredito que criei tanto hype pra essa bomba

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JJ2FAS4UDec 29, 2021

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JimmySpeakerDec 6, 2021

One could argue American Psycho as the greatest films of the 2000s, led by Christian Bale's iconic performance as the crazed investment banker Patrick Bateman. Carrying massive cultural and social relevance to today, American Psycho continuesOne could argue American Psycho as the greatest films of the 2000s, led by Christian Bale's iconic performance as the crazed investment banker Patrick Bateman. Carrying massive cultural and social relevance to today, American Psycho continues to be one of the cornerstones of modern cinema, with an incredible directive experience led by Mary Harron and Edward Pressman. Willem Dafoe, Jared Leto, and Matt Ross provide memorable characters, with the beauty of Samantha Mathis and Chloë Sevigny contrasting the gore that defines the film. While the film's pace may be controversial to some, American Psycho remains one of the most vital American films of modern cinema; a truly remarkable performance by a near-perfectly suited cast for the horrific depiction of Reaganite Capitalism run amok.… Expand

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BulgarianCriticSep 2, 2021

Brilliantly Insane! This movie was just so fun and bat **** crazy to watch, the acting was superb and I enjoyed the **** outta the times when he casually started explaining different albums and songs and their meanings before doing the deed.Brilliantly Insane! This movie was just so fun and bat **** crazy to watch, the acting was superb and I enjoyed the **** outta the times when he casually started explaining different albums and songs and their meanings before doing the deed. The ending was very good for its time, I won't go into details about the philosophical aspects of the movie and what its trying to say about society for example since it was already explained and analyzed to dead. There were a bit of slow parts and some awkward acting but overall its a must see movie if you haven't already.… Expand

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glommanAug 24, 2021

I honestly kinda love this movie. It's so grotesque and over-the-top that you just have to love it. Patrick Bateman isn't really right in his mind, sure, but the thrilling and twisting story about him going on murderous rampages and slowlyI honestly kinda love this movie. It's so grotesque and over-the-top that you just have to love it. Patrick Bateman isn't really right in his mind, sure, but the thrilling and twisting story about him going on murderous rampages and slowly losing his mind was just a genuine great experience - with a somewhat bitter aftertaste.… Expand

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Gamzguy17Aug 22, 2021

A comedy-horror that hits hard with the laughs regarding how business culture can create a psycho individual to obsess over all things materialistic. The delicious lead performance by Christian Bale only further drives home the message.

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Acquit77Jul 20, 2021

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MrPajamasJul 14, 2021

Pretty much as the title says a psycho movie. After the end you don't really know what it was supposed to mean and theories and various explanations on the internet come up. It's hard to know what else to add. It's quite confusing. But thePretty much as the title says a psycho movie. After the end you don't really know what it was supposed to mean and theories and various explanations on the internet come up. It's hard to know what else to add. It's quite confusing. But the film did offer some cool scenes. For me, an above average film that I rather not recommend.… Expand

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BadIdeasJul 2, 2021

There is not a lot that this movie does wrong. Some people might not understand it. Some might not like it even if they do understand. This is easily one of my favorite cult films, right up there with Donnie Darko. It will also make you thinkThere is not a lot that this movie does wrong. Some people might not understand it. Some might not like it even if they do understand. This is easily one of my favorite cult films, right up there with Donnie Darko. It will also make you think twice next time you see a stray cat while at an ATM.… Expand

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Veranda44May 9, 2021

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Chassis28May 7, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Patrick Bateman: [faking a conversation on the phone] Now, John, you've to wear clothes in proportion to your physique. There are definite dos and don'ts, good buddy of wearing a bold striped shirt. A bold stripe shirt calls for solid colored or discreetly patterned suits and ties.

[pause]

Patrick Bateman: Yes, always tip the stylist 15%. Listen, John, I've gotta go, T. Boone Pickens just walked in.

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Patrick Bateman: Just joking. No, don't tip the owner of the salon. Okay John? Right? Got it.… Expand

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Xlyophone199May 6, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Character Error

Patrick's CD player in his apartment is missing in some scenes… Expand

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AssonanceMay 4, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Anachronisms

(around 41 mins) The film is set in 1987. In his apartment, Patrick offers 'Christie' and 'Sabrina' a Varda truffle. Varda Chocolatiers was not established until 1989.… Expand

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Vial44May 1, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incorrectly regarded as goofs (around 31 mins) When Bateman leaves the message on Paul Allen's voicemail, he ends it saying "hasta la vista, baby", Bateman was quoting the ending of "Looking for a New Love" which is a song by American dance-pop singer Jody Watley. It was released in January 1987 and reached number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 in May 1987 and spent four weeks at number-one on the US Billboard R&B chart. Bateman was not quoting Arnold Schwarzenegger's catchphrase from Terminator 2: Judgment Day, which was released in 1991.… Expand

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DefameApr 29, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Patrick Bateman: [voiceover] When I get to Paul Allen's place, I use the keys I took from his pocket. There is a moment of sheer panic when I realize that Paul's apartment overlooks the park and is obviously more expensive than mine. I calm myself and move into the bedroom, where I find his suitcase and start to pack.… Expand

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DiameterApr 28, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The telephone next to Patrick Bateman's bed is a Bang & Olufsen model not available in the 1980s… Expand

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oustApr 26, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Character Error Bateman could not have killed Jean with the nail gun because that model of nail gun must be plugged into an air compressor for the nails to be fired. If he had pulled the trigger the way he was holding it [without it plugged into anything], nothing would have happened.… Expand

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ProlificApr 25, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Several of the CDs seen in in the film appear to be silver, blank "burned" CDs. CD burning software was not available to the public until the late 1990s.… Expand

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ConsortApr 24, 2021

One of the great films of the 2000s!

Look at that subtle and polished script. The tasteful cinematography and direction of it. Oh my God, it even has Christian Bale's finest performance. American Psycho is a captivating study of a madmanOne of the great films of the 2000s!

Look at that subtle and polished script. The tasteful cinematography and direction of it. Oh my God, it even has Christian Bale's finest performance.

American Psycho is a captivating study of a madman who simultaneously obsesses and criticizes the shallow culture he's a part of and attempts to hide his chaotic personal life through excessive vanity and beautification. Harron's direction is very impressive as she manages to take the story through the narrow route that blurs the line between fiction and reality with great finesse. American Psycho is a fascinating vignette of lunacy and obsession as it intriguingly blends its elements of horror and dark comedy into an exquisitely paced, masterfully directed and magnificently written story that delves into the mind and psyche of its incredibly deranged individual with plenty of success, and remains one of the finest achievements of its genre(s) and of the greatest movies of the 2000s.… Expand

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BaskApr 23, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although Patrick Bateman is extremely wealthy, we never actually see him do any work. In fact, none of his colleagues are seen doing any work.… Expand

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RindApr 22, 2021

Looking for a way to create the character of Patrick Bateman, Christian Bale stumbled onto a Tom Cruise appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman (1993). According to co-writer and director Mary Harron, Bale saw in Cruise "this veryLooking for a way to create the character of Patrick Bateman, Christian Bale stumbled onto a Tom Cruise appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman (1993). According to co-writer and director Mary Harron, Bale saw in Cruise "this very intense friendliness with nothing behind the eyes," and Bale subsequently based the character of Bateman on that. Interestingly, Tom Cruise is actually featured in the novel. He lives in the same apartment complex as Bateman, who meets him in an elevator and gets the name of Cocktail (1988) wrong, calling it "Bartender."… Expand

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SputterApr 20, 2021

In the novel, Patrick Bateman is a way more misogynistic, racist, sexist, homophobic, and xenophobic character. These characteristics were overall heavily toned down in the film in order to make his character more tolerable, even though someIn the novel, Patrick Bateman is a way more misogynistic, racist, sexist, homophobic, and xenophobic character. These characteristics were overall heavily toned down in the film in order to make his character more tolerable, even though some of those characteristics were still subtly present.… Expand

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AmuletApr 19, 2021

Christian Bale underwent extensive dental work in order to play the character of Patrick Bateman. It is unclear whether or not this was a personal choice or whether he was instructed to do so by the director.

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CarnivalApr 18, 2021

Leonardo DiCaprio was asking $21 million to play the lead, forcing the film's budget up to $40 million. When he quit, and Christian Bale resumed the role, the budget went back down to a more reasonable $7 million. With a box office take inLeonardo DiCaprio was asking $21 million to play the lead, forcing the film's budget up to $40 million. When he quit, and Christian Bale resumed the role, the budget went back down to a more reasonable $7 million. With a box office take in excess of $34 million, the film proved successful.… Expand

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LegibleApr 18, 2021

During the shooting of the film, Christian Bale spoke in an American accent off-set at all times. At the wrap party, when he began to speak in his native English accent, many of the crew thought he was speaking that way as an accent forDuring the shooting of the film, Christian Bale spoke in an American accent off-set at all times. At the wrap party, when he began to speak in his native English accent, many of the crew thought he was speaking that way as an accent for another film. They had thought he was American throughout the entire shoot.… Expand

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BisectApr 17, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. American Psycho is a strangely satisfying film.

One of the weirdest movies I've seen. Saw on video tape when it came out then recently watched it again 18 years later. Forgot how fun it is to watch. The absurdity of Bale's character Patrick Bateman's shallowness and preoccupation with superficial things like how upset he gets over a colleague having a better business card than him makes this movie comedic while he's slicing up victims. Still not sure about whether or not all of the things happening were all in his head. I guess that's up for anyone's interpretation of the story. Very well done and one of Bale's best performances as if he's ever performed badly.… Expand

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Compendium828Apr 15, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The "whoosh" sounds during the famous business card scene was created by slowing down the sound of a sword being drawn from its sheath.

In the DVD commentary, co-writer and director Mary Harron says that during the first shower scene with Patrick Bateman, all of the women on-set gathered around to watch Christian Bale wash himself.… Expand

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Ocular24Apr 14, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The film had various problems with designer labels during production. Cerruti agreed to allow Christian Bale to wear their clothes, but not when the character was killing anyone. Rolex agreed that anyone in the film could wear their watches except Bateman (hence the famous line from the book "Don't touch the Rolex" had to be changed to "Don't touch the watch"). Perry Ellis provided underwear at the last minute after Calvin Klein pulled out of the project. Comme des Garçons refused to allow one of their overnight bags to be used to carry a corpse, so Jean Paul Gaultier was used instead.… Expand

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LevitationApr 13, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At the beginning of the film Christian Bale's character takes offense to anti-Semitic remarks made by a collegue. In Shaft (2000), released just two months after this film, Christian Bale plays a character who makes racists remarks. Both incidents take place in a restaurant.… Expand

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adnan_soysalApr 11, 2021

I like the subject of the movie, particularly this confession at the end scene reflecting the moral story of it.
" My pain is constant and sharp. And I do not hope a better world for anyone.
In fact I want my pain to be inflicted on others.I like the subject of the movie, particularly this confession at the end scene reflecting the moral story of it.
" My pain is constant and sharp. And I do not hope a better world for anyone.
In fact I want my pain to be inflicted on others. I want no one to escape. "

But I am not sure if the cast, acting, camera , music were overwhelmingly supporting this moral message.
Though there were a couple of scenes I loved.
One was when Patrick wants to kill Jean scene where he says "Put it in the carton" to Jean warning for the spoon she was going to put on the table.
I love this about his obsession with order and neatness. This was also a reflection about his concerns about his face, body, dressing that he is putting so much energy for the life style his surrounding expect him to be.
Another scene was when Patrick and his business friends showing off their business cards he goes mad with jealousy , because Paul Allens card looks better
There should have been more scenes showing off Patrick's greed, jealousy, and resentment in more horrifying but also subtle way.
And he also hates himself for all this But the link between his hate of himself, and his murders were not strong.

Also about the cast, I have doubts if Christian Bale was the right person for this movie.
I think only two characters were ahead of others giving more enjoyment. One is Jean (Chloë Sevigny), and other one is detective Donald Kimball (Willem Dafoe)… Expand

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Ripcord33Apr 10, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The single biggest cost on the film was purchasing the rights to the various songs used throughout.… 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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gracjanskiFeb 27, 2021

Great movie with many funny scenes in the beginning about the artificial snobs from the Wall Street. Later the movie gets very bloody and in the end there are a lot of questions. Christian Bale is top

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monkeyslovemeNov 13, 2020

a tremendous film and an incredible film in the fact that it does justice to what it is undoubtedly one of the greatest books ever written

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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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RazorSamuraiJun 20, 2020

Great soundtrack, good cameraman's work, Bale as always at his best, interesting plot with the deep meaning (no).

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SinewsMay 24, 2020

American Psycho is a brutal, vicious, nihilistic film that more-than-effectively portrays the hollowness of American life by painting Wall Street as a blank, white dystopia in which one's actions, intentions, and confessions mean absolutelyAmerican Psycho is a brutal, vicious, nihilistic film that more-than-effectively portrays the hollowness of American life by painting Wall Street as a blank, white dystopia in which one's actions, intentions, and confessions mean absolutely nothing and are never noticed. There's tons of great visual cues, which one might call gimmicky, but are nevertheless a hell of a lot of fun to point out and look out for upon rewatching. This is a film meant to resonate powerfully with the viewer and will keep them thinking for a long time to come. You couldn't ask for more from a horror film.… Expand

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imthenoobApr 16, 2020

Bale absolutely knocks it out of the park with his performance, He truly carries the film above and beyond what it should have been. I would highly recommend watching it just for Bale's performance alone.

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PerineumJan 14, 2020

The best performance in Christian's career plus a brilliant supporting cast.

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SangarRajanOct 10, 2019

I Personally Didn't Like This Films Because Maybe I Don't Understand The Film Or Didn't Read The Book ! Many Scenes Was Not That Important ! Only The Climax Scene Attracted Me ! Christian Bale And His Versatility Is A Non Human Thing For SureI Personally Didn't Like This Films Because Maybe I Don't Understand The Film Or Didn't Read The Book ! Many Scenes Was Not That Important ! Only The Climax Scene Attracted Me ! Christian Bale And His Versatility Is A Non Human Thing For Sure ! They Should Show The Deaths More Than Bateman When He Kills ! Although I Didn't Like The Screenplay But The Story Was Good… Expand

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ScramAug 19, 2019

Amazing movie, probably my favorite movie of all time. The end was slightly changed compared to the book, which I believe to be the better of the two, but really nothing major changed and it's almost as good. For anyone that thinks it's justAmazing movie, probably my favorite movie of all time. The end was slightly changed compared to the book, which I believe to be the better of the two, but really nothing major changed and it's almost as good. For anyone that thinks it's just a bunch of pointless killing, you should really watch an in-depth breakdown. That is something that certainly helped me enjoy the movie much, much more.… Expand

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antoniovrenna14May 9, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Crazy, messed up movie. I also loved its comedic elements. Incredible performance by Bale.… Expand

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XabeerFeb 11, 2019

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cameronhalmansJan 9, 2019

American Psycho is an enthralling satire on the world of Wall Street and how we could all be a little less narcissistic In our actions. The film takes an exaggerated but somewhat needed take on how we all want to be noticed and feelAmerican Psycho is an enthralling satire on the world of Wall Street and how we could all be a little less narcissistic In our actions. The film takes an exaggerated but somewhat needed take on how we all want to be noticed and feel important, and Christian bales performance personifies that. 87/100… Expand

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Meth-dudeJan 8, 2019

Despite a rather rushed and weak last act, American Psycho is a pretty good movie. The acting was great, the movie was well shot, it was entertaining and the story was interesting. If you like movies about serial killers and you haven't seenDespite a rather rushed and weak last act, American Psycho is a pretty good movie. The acting was great, the movie was well shot, it was entertaining and the story was interesting. If you like movies about serial killers and you haven't seen this one, you should without a doubt watch it.… Expand

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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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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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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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thedaywalkerApr 25, 2018

I finally got to see this movie, and... it certainly is nothing of what i was expecting. Although Christian Bale is outstanding playing the psychopathic murderer, the rest of the cast fails to reach the same level. Movie got me hooked throughI finally got to see this movie, and... it certainly is nothing of what i was expecting. Although Christian Bale is outstanding playing the psychopathic murderer, the rest of the cast fails to reach the same level. Movie got me hooked through out, but the ending although very ambiguous also very underwhelming and complete shift of what seemed to be reality turned into an extreme dream. I guess Patrick Bateman isn't the murder psycho, but just a psycho searching for recognition somehow. Not a bad movie, but i guess i went into this with very high expectations… Expand

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NinteundoApr 21, 2018

In the end this movie left me wondering what the point of it was exactly. Christian Bale was really good though.

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GindiniApr 6, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So many good and memorable moments, like when he talks to his victims about the music he likes, how passionate he is about his business card, or how much he prepares his face in the morning. Christian Bale did a perfect job, of representing the best serial killer in movie history.… Expand

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miccaelMar 3, 2018

Book is better than the movie (i know, what a shock).
I did not like the ending of the movie, but it has good satire and describes weird reality of egoism taken to next level, Psychopath.
I can already see I am in minority, but it's ok. weBook is better than the movie (i know, what a shock).
I did not like the ending of the movie, but it has good satire and describes weird reality of egoism taken to next level, Psychopath.
I can already see I am in minority, but it's ok. we don't have to like or dislike same things. If you like the movie - good!
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timoneMar 1, 2018

Christian Bale is all around the film all the way through and this is why his character is age 27 and well educated and that is why he's born in 1974. I absolutely love Christian Bale's performance. He really does give his performance a lotChristian Bale is all around the film all the way through and this is why his character is age 27 and well educated and that is why he's born in 1974. I absolutely love Christian Bale's performance. He really does give his performance a lot of humor and horror which I don't think this movie is scary to be honest. There are some 80's songs which I absolutely love. They completely fit to the film in the late 1980's. I'm surprised that the filmmakers didn't put any 90's songs in it. Maybe it's because the novel seems written in the 80's.

The 80's songs are:

New Order - True Faith.
You're a f&$%!^g ugly b£$%h. I want to stab you to death, and then play around with your blood.

Katrina and the Waves - Walking on Sunshine.

Robert Palmer - Simply Irresistible.
I'm trying to listen to the new Robert Palmer tape, but Evelyn, my supposed fiancee, keeps buzzing in my ear.

Huey Lewis and the News - Hip To Be Square.
Do you like Huey Lewis and the News? They're OK. Their early work was a little too new wave for my tastes, but when Sports came out in '83, I think they really came into their own, commercially and artistically. The whole album has a clear, crisp sound, and a new sheen of consummate professionalism that really gives the songs a big boost. He's been compared to Elvis Costello, but I think Huey has a far more bitter, cynical sense of humour. Hey Halberstram. Yes, Allen? Why are there copies of the style section all over the place, d-do you have a dog? A little chow or something? No, Allen? Is that a rain coat? Yes it is! In '87, Huey released this, Fore, their most accomplished album. I think their undisputed masterpiece is ''Hip To Be Square'', a song so catchy' most people probably don't listen to the lyrics. But they should, because it's not just about the pleasures of conformity, and the importance of trends, it's also a personal statement about the band itself. Hey Paul! (Screams) TRY GETTING A RESERVATION AT DORSIA NOW, YOU F&^%ING STUPID B£$%^&D! (Screams) YOU F&^%ING B£$%^&D!

Chris de Burgh - Lady in Red.

Simply Red - If You Don't Know Me By Now.

Genesis - In Too Deep.
Do you like Phil Collins? I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. it was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation and on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens an enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Christy, take off the robe. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. Sabrina, remove you dress. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Sabrina, why don't you, uh, dance a little. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In To Deep is the most moving pop song in the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Christy, get down on your knees so Sabrina can see your a$$hole. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In The Air Tonight and Against All Odds. Sabrina, don't just stare at it, eat it. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist.

Phil Collins - Sussudio.
This is Sussudio, a great, great song, a personal favourite.

Curiosity Killed The Cat - Red Lights.

Whitney Houston - Greatest Love Of All. Do you know that Whitney Houston's debut LP, called simply Whitney Houston had 4 number one singles on it? Did you know that, Christy? You actually listen to Whitney Houston? You've own a Whitney Houston CD? More than one?' It's hard to choose a favourite among so many great tracks, but ''The Greatest Love Of All'' is one of the best, most powerful songs ever written about self-preservation, dignity. It's universal message crosses all boundaries and installs one with the hope that it's not late to better ourselves. Since, Elizabeth, it's impossible in this world we live in to empathize with others, we can always empathize with ourselves. It's an important message, crucial really. And it's beautifully stated on the album.

(Whooh!) That's a lot of thought that I've been working on! There's just so many speeches that I have to put in what Christian Bale's character says. Well, that's the way it goes, folks. Brilliantly directed and acted by Christian Bale. Nothing can go wrong with the movie.… Expand

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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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RalfbergsMar 5, 2017

Amazing performance from Christian Bale and one of the best mindf**k movies I have seen. It makes you think, it is unpredictable, a bit weird but in a good way and interesting throughout. Didn't give it a 10 just because I give 10 only to myAmazing performance from Christian Bale and one of the best mindf**k movies I have seen. It makes you think, it is unpredictable, a bit weird but in a good way and interesting throughout. Didn't give it a 10 just because I give 10 only to my favorite movies and this is close, but no cigar.… Expand

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PetitBikiniOct 29, 2016

I feel like "American Psycho" sacrificed some of it's quality for the sake of making a point. I did not like that, I wish the film had thought of a better way to execute itself. The film is still worth watching, I believe...

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Aaron_WassermanMay 30, 2016

This movie proves why Christian Bale is one of the best actors. He is totally funny and creepy and brings so much charisma to patrick bateman. A movie that is both creepy and funny and knows how to balance the two tones.

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MovieMasterEddyApr 4, 2016

'American Psycho': Murderer! Fiend! Cad! (But Well-Dressed)

Watching "American Psycho" is like witnessing a bravura sleight-of-hand feat. In adapting Bret Easton Ellis's turgid, gory 1991 novel to the screen, the director Mary Harron has'American Psycho': Murderer! Fiend! Cad! (But Well-Dressed)

Watching "American Psycho" is like witnessing a bravura sleight-of-hand feat. In adapting Bret Easton Ellis's turgid, gory 1991 novel to the screen, the director Mary Harron has boiled a bloated stew of brand names and butchery into a lean and mean horror comedy classic. The transformation is so surprising that when the movie's over, it feels as if you've just seen a magician pull a dancing rabbit out of a top hat.

Four years ago Ms. Harron's film "I Shot Andy Warhol" performed similar magic by creating credible facsimiles of Warhol and his motley entourage. "American Psycho," a more ambitious, far more confident film, salvages a novel widely loathed for its putative misogyny and gruesome torture scenes by removing its excess fat in a kind of cinematic liposuction. Except for a few wittily chosen lists, the book's numbing catalog of high-end consumer items has been drastically edited. Its murder rate has also plunged. The trimming demonstrates once again that less is often more. What remains of the story is a sleek, satirical, yuppie-era "Jekyll and Hyde" that blithely tap dances along the fault lines separating movie genres.

At the heart of the film is a star-making performance by the handsome Welsh actor Christian Bale (adopting an impeccably snooty pseudo-preppie American accent) that softens the novel's portrait of a serial-killing Wall Street hotshot just enough to force us to identify with this ultimate narcissist. Mr. Bale's portrayal of 27-year-old Patrick Bateman, a budding master of the universe by day (he works in mergers and acquisitions, which he facetiously refers to as "murders and executions") and homicidal maniac by night, is alternately funny, blood-curdling and pathetic.

As this character metamorphoses from preening, wolfish yuppie to chain-saw wielding maniac to whimpering crybaby, Mr. Bale makes us feel the underlying connections between these multiple personalities. One minute Mr. Bale's Patrick is a cowering corporate geek and self-described empty shell, the next an arrogant, name-dropping smoothie, the next a hysterical wimp unable to distinguish reality from fantasy.

He's also a serial killer, or at least he is in his imagination. The movie plays adroitly with the notion that his violent spasms are merely the revenge fantasies of a repressed corporate toady. The fluidity with which Mr. Bale moves from one state of mind to the other makes for the kind of tour-de-force performance you'd expect from Sean Penn, another master of throwing tear-stained tantrums.

From the opening credits, in which drops of blood are confused with red berry sauce drizzled on an exquisitely arranged plate of nouvelle cuisine, the movie establishes its insidious balance of humor and aestheticized gore. That sly confusion between the beautiful and the gruesome extends to the language of the screenplay by Ms. Harron and Guinevere Turner.

Dinner specials are described by waiters in the tones of unctuous coroners announcing the results of autopsies.

Some of the funniest speeches are Patrick's pompous lectures -- each a prelude to homicide -- on the 80's pop stalwarts Phil Collins, Whitney Houston, and Huey Lewis and the News.

While the movie's interiors conform to late-80's styles of design and architecture, they, too, are eerily exaggerated. The severe black-and-white minimalism of Patrick's gadget-filled apartment has the feel of a high-rise morgue.

The movie's sexual ethos is a bifurcated world of male monsters and their often shallow but still recognizably human girlfriends. Patrick and his Wall Street cronies are interchangeable reptilian pod people, soulless under their designer-label shells and supercilious smirks. (One running joke finds Patrick being continually confused with others, despite his wealth, status and miraculous instant entree to New York's priciest restaurants.)

In one hilarious early scene, he and his colleagues compare their business cards (the texture of the paper and the quality of embossing) in a competitive game of show and tell that has a murderous undertone. Those colleagues, wittily embodied by Jared Leto, Justin Theroux, Matt Ross and Bill Sage, are the ne plus ultra in cocky, carnivorous sang-froid.

Compared with these robotic cobras, the women are almost poignantly human. Reese Witherspoon,

At the very least, "American Psycho" is a dazzling period satire. It's still too early to know what, if anything, it might foretell.… Expand

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FlickFreaks83Dec 11, 2015

A New York stock broker spends his evenings killing people, or does he?

Watching "American Psycho" is like witnessing a bravura sleight-of-hand feat. In adapting Bret Easton Ellis's turgid, gory 1991 novel to the screen, the director MaryA New York stock broker spends his evenings killing people, or does he?

Watching "American Psycho" is like witnessing a bravura sleight-of-hand feat. In adapting Bret Easton Ellis's turgid, gory 1991 novel to the screen, the director Mary Harron has boiled a bloated stew of brand names and butchery into a lean and mean horror comedy classic. The transformation is so surprising that when the movie's over, it feels as if you've just seen a magician pull a dancing rabbit out of a top hat.

At the heart of the film is a star-making performance by the handsome Welsh actor Christian Bale (adopting an impeccably snooty pseudo-preppie American accent) that softens the novel's portrait of a serial-killing Wall Street hotshot just enough to force us to identify with this ultimate narcissist. Mr. Bale's portrayal of 27-year-old Patrick Bateman, a budding master of the universe by day (he works in mergers and acquisitions, which he facetiously refers to as "murders and executions") and homicidal maniac by night, is alternately funny, blood-curdling and pathetic.

From the opening credits, in which drops of blood are confused with red berry sauce drizzled on an exquisitely arranged plate of nouvelle cuisine, the movie establishes its insidious balance of humor and aestheticized gore. That sly confusion between the beautiful and the gruesome extends to the language of the screenplay by Ms. Harron and Guinevere Turner.

As brilliantly as the movie's visual style evokes a world spat out by a Vanity Fair art director, "American Psycho" remains a one-joke satire of materialism and soullessness. It's a joke we would like to think we've got. Having arrived safely in the year 2000, it would be easy to shrug off "American Psycho" as the last cinematic word on an embarrassingly gluttonous cultural moment that has gone the way of Patrick's favorite murderous background anthem, "Hip to Be Square." But has it?

A very twisted and dark comedy. One of my personal favorites. Flawless!… Expand

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jeef1523Sep 9, 2015

The american reality impersonated...or grotestically put on! American Psycho tells the story of Patrick Bateman living his "ordinary" life, with not ordinary desires, that lead him to brink of...who knows.

The movie's presentation is veryThe american reality impersonated...or grotestically put on! American Psycho tells the story of Patrick Bateman living his "ordinary" life, with not ordinary desires, that lead him to brink of...who knows.

The movie's presentation is very solid and direct, as you unravel through the first 30 minutes what could be a extremely crazy psychopath.The plot, therefore, is great, showing how deep is Bateman's life, together with many stereotypes and the high class of the american life. The environment represnts very well the story, and it's questions it could bring. It may be confusing a bit, but it's conduction leave it up to the viewer to bring most of it together.

Probably the most intense representation of the movie is the caricature of each and every person, and how strange they seem when put together on Patrick's life. The script remains solid on that point, representing truthfully whom each one of them represents, even though some come off shallow or hardly representation of polished work on them. Despite that, the picture is clear on it's approach and shows great work from the director.

However, there are a few low points that can badly contribute to the conclusion. At few times the confusing tone of the last act performs weakly, lowering the blow of the conclusion the viewer develops himself. And despite brilliant performance from Christian Bale, most of the cast falls very short, partially beacause of the story, and partially because of the weak secondary characters that lead to less impact from the story.

In the end, the picture is very good, bringing up many questions and showing a character that could be a simple man, which lead to ultimately great conclusion.

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TrilobiteGJul 28, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Christian Bale in this movie is remarkable in his performance of Patrick Bateman, his actions are sometimes funny, his prowl is dark and you can really make out the disguise he is presenting towards others as he goes on a murderous rampage. This is also a very well filmed movie, the cinematography is great (particularly in the stair flight chainsaw scene). However, my main issues with this movie is that It could not follow a certain tone to the overall movie. Don't get me wrong, I like when genres get infused with one another but in this film, it seemed messy. For example, In the first act of the movie it established a dark yet funny tone to it, you wanted to see murder but you didn't want it to be found out and you wanted this character to remain anonymous. By the second and third act, this movie was a slasher, it was a comedy it was a drama it was a fantasy....The scenes were acted well but I wish they would've stuck to the dark and anonymous tone instead of making the character cocky and then bursting into tears about what he's done at the end. Patrick Bateman should've sustained a disguise and presented no emotion because that's what the film did especially well in the first act and what I was looking forward to for the entire running time. This is still a very well acted and very well made movie to watch, you just may need to be understand that it'll put everything it can onto you.… Expand

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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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FilmMasterApr 21, 2015

A New York stock broker spends his evenings killing people, or does he?

Watching "American Psycho" is like witnessing a bravura sleight-of-hand feat. In adapting Bret Easton Ellis's turgid, gory 1991 novel to the screen, the director MaryA New York stock broker spends his evenings killing people, or does he?

Watching "American Psycho" is like witnessing a bravura sleight-of-hand feat. In adapting Bret Easton Ellis's turgid, gory 1991 novel to the screen, the director Mary Harron has boiled a bloated stew of brand names and butchery into a lean and mean horror comedy classic. The transformation is so surprising that when the movie's over, it feels as if you've just seen a magician pull a dancing rabbit out of a top hat.

At the heart of the film is a star-making performance by the handsome Welsh actor Christian Bale (adopting an impeccably snooty pseudo-preppie American accent) that softens the novel's portrait of a serial-killing Wall Street hotshot just enough to force us to identify with this ultimate narcissist. Mr. Bale's portrayal of 27-year-old Patrick Bateman, a budding master of the universe by day (he works in mergers and acquisitions, which he facetiously refers to as "murders and executions") and homicidal maniac by night, is alternately funny, blood-curdling and pathetic.

From the opening credits, in which drops of blood are confused with red berry sauce drizzled on an exquisitely arranged plate of nouvelle cuisine, the movie establishes its insidious balance of humor and aestheticized gore. That sly confusion between the beautiful and the gruesome extends to the language of the screenplay by Ms. Harron and Guinevere Turner.

As brilliantly as the movie's visual style evokes a world spat out by a Vanity Fair art director, "American Psycho" remains a one-joke satire of materialism and soullessness. It's a joke we would like to think we've got. Having arrived safely in the year 2000, it would be easy to shrug off "American Psycho" as the last cinematic word on an embarrassingly gluttonous cultural moment that has gone the way of Patrick's favorite murderous background anthem, "Hip to Be Square." But has it?

A very twisted and dark comedy. One of my personal favorites. Flawless!… Expand

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EddyGregsApr 19, 2015

A New York stock broker spends his evenings killing people, or does he?

Like the book, the film makes a point of not having a real plot: a smooth PI (Dafoe) seems set to nail the killer for the murder of a rival trader (Leto), but fadesA New York stock broker spends his evenings killing people, or does he?

Like the book, the film makes a point of not having a real plot: a smooth PI (Dafoe) seems set to nail the killer for the murder of a rival trader (Leto), but fades into the wallpaper along with the crime itself. Bateman, played with dead-inside charm and mounting hysteria by an astonishing Christian Bale, invites us into his world of reservations at exclusive restaurants and competitions over the quality of business cards. His detours into murder - prefaced by detailed speeches about now-embarrassing musical enthusiasms ("You actually own a Whitney Houston CD?" gasps Turner through contemptuous laughter. "More than one?") - are hardly more bizarre and tasteless as everything else in his life. In the end, the scariest thing about Bateman is not that he's a Lecter-like freak - his crack-up in the last act brings him horribly closer to humanity - but that he is no worse than everyone else in his world, except humane-but-dim office minion Sevigny, whose role is to make the film bearable.

Often laugh-out-loud funny, conveying the cruelty of its world through persistent mistakings of identity among the well-scrubbed young men and details like the all-sharp-edges interior decor and elaborate but tiny meals, it's cool in the sense of remote rather than hip. Also a brilliant soundtrack album. One of the best films ever!… Expand

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EdwardGregoryApr 19, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Published in 1991, Bret Easton Ellis' third novel was greeted by howls of hatred more appropriate to a small war in the Third World or another Golan-Globus Lemon Popsicle sequel. A first person report from inside the mind of Patrick Bateman, who epitomises the ills of the 1980s by combining the professions of Wall Street broker ("mergers and acquisitions") and serial killer ("murders and executions"), the book was widely misinterpreted as a hideously misogynist tract that used explicit violence to draw attention to a thinly-plotted pretend thriller with dollops of surface-level satire.

There has always been the threat of a film, with such scary names as Oliver Stone, Brian De Palma and David Cronenberg in the ring - but the project has fallen to Mary Harron, the ex-BBC documentarian who made an underrated debut with I Shot Andy Warhol, who has cannily brought aboard the apparently unlikely Guinevere Turner (the lesbian icon from Go Fish) to co-write and play the funniest victim. The result is the best imaginable film of very difficult material; it doesn't say much more than, "The 80s were **** but manages exactly to catch the all-surfaces, dazzlingly obsessive tone of the novel, making its points by treating all subjects - nouvelle cuisine, MOR rock music, fitness kicks, clothes, personal grooming - with exactly the same pornographic attention to detail as the sex and violence.

Like the book, the film makes a point of not having a real plot: a smooth PI (Dafoe) seems set to nail the killer for the murder of a rival trader (Leto), but fades into the wallpaper along with the crime itself. Bateman, played with dead-inside charm and mounting hysteria by an astonishing Christian Bale, invites us into his world of reservations at exclusive restaurants and competitions over the quality of business cards. His detours into murder - prefaced by detailed speeches about now-embarrassing musical enthusiasms ("You actually own a Whitney Houston CD?" gasps Turner through contemptuous laughter. "More than one?") - are hardly more bizarre and tasteless as everything else in his life. In the end, the scariest thing about Bateman is not that he's a Lecter-like freak - his crack-up in the last act brings him horribly closer to humanity - but that he is no worse than everyone else in his world, except humane-but-dim office minion Sevigny, whose role is to make the film bearable.

As for the horror: Harron is mostly very discreet, but delivers one terrific apartment-of-grue sequence as Bateman's life falls to pieces along with many victims, featuring a truly nerve-shredding chainsaw sound effect.

Often laugh-out-loud funny, conveying the cruelty of its world through persistent mistakings of identity among the well-scrubbed young men and details like the all-sharp-edges interior decor and elaborate but tiny meals, it's cool in the sense of remote rather than hip. And you wouldn't want to be seen dead with the soundtrack album.… Expand

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FjolltzuApr 16, 2015

Wow just wow amazing movie hilarious and quotable i never get tired of it and Bales performance is mind blowing and this happens to be my favorite movie ever

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sanyrubJan 26, 2015

All the artistic value and ambition and all the effort from Christian Bale does not stop this film from being boring. As boring as a film can get. I am all for artistry and definitely prefer a small film with a lot of artistry than aAll the artistic value and ambition and all the effort from Christian Bale does not stop this film from being boring. As boring as a film can get. I am all for artistry and definitely prefer a small film with a lot of artistry than a blockbuster. But nothing justifies this type of boredom Slightly over rated film, although not many people know about it. They are not missing much.… Expand

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TheApplegnomeDec 17, 2014

American Psycho is a sick and hilarious film, but unfortunately to boring for my taste.

The film is about a killer and I really like the story. It illustrates how mankind’s needs depend on who you are, and how strong they can be. TheAmerican Psycho is a sick and hilarious film, but unfortunately to boring for my taste.

The film is about a killer and I really like the story. It illustrates how mankind’s needs depend on who you are, and how strong they can be. The movie gives a great insight in who we are and who we can be on the inside. The film is about our basic needs; food, sex and in this case: blood. The story is well presented by the awesome actor Christian Bale and he’s both funny and insane in this film. The reason why I only give this film a 6 is because there are much slow scenes. There are also not much unique things. It could have happened more. There’s also not a clear climax-part in the film, which made the ending a bit rash but I still like it. The ending sums up the film very well and even though there could have happened more in the film, do I really recommend it.

The characters and the story are both awesome, but the story could have included more action.

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ydnar4Nov 22, 2014

Christian Bale probably displays his best acting performance ever in American Psycho. He is just so nuts in this film and no one suspects anything until he's about to slit their throat. Its like a slasher film without all the jump out scares.Christian Bale probably displays his best acting performance ever in American Psycho. He is just so nuts in this film and no one suspects anything until he's about to slit their throat. Its like a slasher film without all the jump out scares. Bales character took a lot of thought and it was well executed. Such a great film.… Expand

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