::READERS REVIEWS::

Satirical Yuppie Killer Thriller - American Psycho stars Christian Bale as the status conscious Patrick Bateman, who is also a ghoulish killing machine. The movie satirizes the yuppie culture of materialism, using a modern day "Ted Bundy" serial killer. American Psycho is set in the 1980's and Patrick Bateman is a broker in New York. His colleagues are young men his age, who vie for the best business cards, restaurant reservations, ties, and suits. It all seems so meaningless and sterile as they arrogantly discuss what trendy restaurant to eat dinner at each night at a local club.

Patrick Batemen lives in a expensive New York apartment and starts each morning with a shower and narcissistic regimen of skin care. He is misogynistic, and self centered, spending time with same-aged colleagues sharing a obsession over classy business cards, designer glasses, ties and suits. His public personality hides a murderous rage at small frustrations. When his anger mounts then it is taken out on anyone, including his do-worker, prostitutes, homeless men and models. During the murders he plays music and critiques the songs of Huey Lewis and Phil Collins. Chloe Sevigny plays Patrick's secretary and Reese Witherspoon plays his fiance. Both are wonderful actresses and give the movie some depth. Although there are many murders in the movie, the actual killing scenes are not graphic, although plenty of blood and bodies are seen throughout. Patrick gets away with everything with his public persona - clean cut professional - just like Ted Bundy. Even as Patrick is loading a full body bag in the car a friend comes up and comments what a gorgeous bag - is it Armani? Patrick grunts and groans as he puts the body in the trunk and responds the correct designer. There is no one who really suspects him, and he has a lawyer who covers his trial when an outside detective starts asking questions. He is highly protected in a world of money and style.

American Psycho is a great satire on Yuppie culture.

Do you like Christian Bale? - I've been a big Bale fan ever since the release of his 2000 film, American Psycho. Before that, I really didn't understand any of his work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was in American Psycho where Christian Bale's presence became more apparent. I think the scene where he chops Jared Leto up is the actor's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three scenes. Christy, take off your robe. Watch the brilliant ensemble acting of Witherspoon, Mathis and Dafoe. You can practically hear every nuance of every voice. Sabrina, remove your dress. In terms of thespian craftsmanship, the sheer delivery, this movie hits a new peak of professionalism. Sabrina, why don't you, uh, dance a little. Take the scene with Chloe Sevigny. In this scene, Christian Bale addresses the problems of abusive political authority. Him trying to feed a kitten into an ATM machine is the most moving film scene of the 2000s about monogamy and commitment. The scene is extremely uplifting. The lines are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in movies. Christy, get down on your knees so Sabrina can see your *beep*. Christian Bale's solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially movies like The Machinist and The Prestige. Sabrina, don't just stare at it, eat it. But I also think Christian Bale works best within the confines of this movie than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist. This is American Psycho, a great, great movie. A personal favorite.

New York Matinee called it "a playful but mysterious little dish".

Movies - One of my favorite movies of all time. Chistian Bale is phenomenal. Knee slapping funny with fantastic slasher scenes.

Didn't know what to make of it at first - I never read the book but intend to now. I really never had interest in seeing this movie because I utterly despise horror movies which I thought this is. As it started to unfold I said to my wife this is not a horror film, but a sophsticated New York thriller (not realzing the writer was British). The dialogue impressed me (I didn't know it came from the book). I loved him taking offense to the anti-Semitic remaks of his idiot Wall Street colleague. Then I wondered how Bateman can carry a dead body across the lobby trailing blood and nothing happened. Then it became so absurd I started to lay back and laugh because it was so over the top. It took until the closing scenes(visit to what we thought was Paul's apartment) for me to finally realize that we've been cleverly manipulated and all the murders were all in Bateman's head, fantasies. Then I finally realized it was a twisted satire. Now I need to see it all again to sure, but after I read the book. The social commentary was kinda lost but I thought the music trivia was great, fitting in with Tarantino's and TV influenced writing which resorts to a lot of off-the-nose trivia. Do I recommend this film? Yes. If you haven't read the book, it's grippng in its own twisted way and Bale is great. You really believe he's crazy, which he is, even if find out later it's all in his head. It's weird but simultaneously brilliant filmmaking.

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Amazing symbolism - If you enjoy a movie that makes you look below the surface and actually think, "American Psycho" is exactly that. I love that I have watched this movie a few times, and there is so much to it that I look forward to the next many times I watch it, to notice and analyze much more symbolism and foreshadowing than what I did through my previous viewings. I must admit that it is very violent, even grotesque at times, but Christian Bale's acting and Mary Harron's direction are terrific.

Genius adaptation from book to film - Updated review: I now have read the book, and it made me realize that this is a genius interpertation by the astute filmmakers! Tackling this massive, bitterly cynical satirical (and at times boring) book, and giving it a focus, heart, and soul is nothing short of amazing! I congratulate the filmmakers and upgrade my review from three to four star ratings.

Initial review prior to reading the book: I never read the book but intend to now. I really never had interest in seeing this movie because I utterly despise horror movies which I thought this is. As it started to unfold I said to my wife this is not a horror film, but a sophsticated New York thriller (not realzing the writer was British). The dialogue impressed me (I didn't know it came from the book). I loved him taking offense to the anti-Semitic remaks of his idiot Wall Street colleague. Then I wondered how Bateman can carry a dead body across the lobby trailing blood and nothing happened. Then it became so absurd I started to lay back and laugh because it was so over the top. It took until the closing scenes(visit to what we thought was Paul's apartment) for me to finally realize that we've been cleverly manipulated and all the murders were all in Bateman's head, fantasies. Then I finally realized it was a twisted satire. Now I need to see it all again to sure, but after I read the book. The social commentary was kinda lost but I thought the music trivia was great, fitting in with Tarantino's and TV influenced writing which resorts to a lot of off-the-nose trivia. Do I recommend this film? Yes. If you haven't read the book, it's grippng in its own twisted way and Bale is great. You really believe he's crazy, which he is, even if find out later it's all in his head. It's weird but simultaneously brilliant filmmaking.

he's a psycho - This movie is great. It is sickeningly disturbing and a great movie that twists your mind. It is a movie where it expounds on the life of a rich wallstret suck up who is going insane, and indeed does crack a little. With a surprising, believable twist, with Ptrick Bateman (played by Christian Bale) going on a murder spree. No plot spoilers here, what I said was in the trailers.

The sad, miserable life of this rich man finally empties his soul of what little emotion he had left, where he vents his frustrations on his assistant and on unwitting victims.

Watch the movie to see the suck up go from polite to maniacal. A little too disturbing for my tastes, some parts seemed sad because Christian Bale plays such a supreme performance. I never thought I would have pity for a rich person, let alone a murderer.

Also, they don't have a lot of nudity. What they show are a few porn scenes but with literally one or two butt and boob shots that are about a split second, but I swear they let your imagination FLY. Man. The power of the mind.

A slice of Psycho - Christian Bale. Words can't describe him OR the movie. American Psycho is a cult movie. You will want to watch it several times. Each time you will pick up subtle humor along with enough high tech murder to satisfy all cravings. Think about it when you order your next business cards.

worst movie ever. almost. - yeah. skip this one. not a funny movie. i love dark comedy and i thought this would be a perfect movie to add to my collection but it was really just dull. just a lame one to stay away from.

Bad master + DNR - Very old master wich has a lot of DNR that doesn't helps. All this result in a near DVD quality.

Funny In A Way - Christian Bale should have at least been nominated for a Oscar or whatever for his work in this because he nailed this role right on the head just like majority of his other roles. This movie is crazy from beginning to end & I actually found myself laughing out loud a few times at how the smallest things got to him. If you haven't seen this movie yet you are missing out this is a buy for sure especially on Blu-Ray.

Christian Bale was born to play this role. - A perfect portrayal of someone who can seem "normal" on the outside and seem like he is just one of the guys blending in with his circle of friends, but on the inside has a darkness building up that he can't control and has to release his inner psycho into the world for everyone to eventually see because he can no longer hide it.

Excellent movie. I recommend it. Plus it's cheap, so why not give it a try, you won't be disappointed!

One of the Darkest Films You'll Ever See - I was intrigued by American Psycho when I initially heard about it. I didn't really know much other than Christian Bale kills a lot of people. Having watched it, this movie is probably one of the darkest if not the darkest film you may ever watch. It is very gory and quite disturbing at points. However it is quite thought provoking. It raises large questions about life and how one should live it. How we interact with others is a major theme of the movie. I was thinking something along the lines of Hannibal Lecter when I purchased this. It is not quite as thrilling, but far more terrifying in its insanity.

Quite entertaining - Blu-ray a bust - You either like American Psycho or you don't. But the Blu-ray version, IMHO, is virtually identical to previous non Blu-ray version. What a waste of money. Get the NON Blu-ray version.