Some people think 80's music is scary. After watching this movie it will have a whole new meaning for you.
American Psycho is the epitome of America getting greedy and earning their name as a nation of materialistic dickheads. One scene which depicts this perfectly is when Patrick Bateman (the main character) and his Wall Street buddies are comparing the styles of their business cards. Worrying over whose looks better.
The whole movie sees Bateman develop into a pure and utter mad man. He loses the run of himself and loses sight of reality altogether. Bateman has it all. The flash apartment, the hot fiancee, the looks, the great job, everything. But it's not enough.
This character is most memorable for his obscene personal behaviour and his scary flawless front he puts on for the world.
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I absolutely adore this movie and would recommend it even to those who don't like horrors (this is a psychological thriller). I think everyone will see a little of themselves in Patrick Bateman.
It was first written as a novel, although I have yet to read it I hear it is deeply disturbing and graphic. The author based the character on himself and how he used to be. His lifestyle drove him crazy. I guess this is why the character is so tangible. First hand gold. We're all materialistic to an extent. But be careful not to lose the run of yourself. Could you be living with a psycho?
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