American Psycho (2000)

Great Film overall

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

An old-fashioned movie made with new-fashioned finesse.

A great and miticuloys look at the life of a highly professional serial killer. Set in the 90's we watch as a frequent murderer plots and executed his plans on multiple occasions plus everything in between. A simple concept that's executed perfectly with some stunning visual moments and an outstanding performance from Christian Bale (arguably his best) 'American Psychi' has gained its classic status for good reason, worth a watch

Things this movie did NOT have: 1. Any sort of helpful background information about the main character 2. An ounce of suspense 3. Good acting 4. A cohesive story that made sense (I am usually okay with this, but it did not work for this movie) 5. Anything to keep me engagedThings this movie did have 1. A well known actor who made people automatically like this movie 2. Obligatory naked chicks 3. Actually decent kill scenes 4. A satisfactory ending 5. Critic orgasms to Christian Bale3 stars instead of 1 for the kill scenes and ending

There are two threads I see running through the negative reviews of this movie - one disappointing, and one understandable.1. This is not a horror film in the traditional sense and was never meant to be. If you are judging it on that basis, you have completely missed the point. This is disappointing because you overlooking what is truly satisfying about the film.2. The movie is hilarious! But comedy is subjective, so you can't blame a person who does not get or like satire or black comedy. That is understandable because it is a matter of taste. If so, this film just wasn't for you.One last comment. I suppose it is a product of the two points above, but I still find it hard to believe that anyone watched this film and was not impressed with Christian Bale. He nailed the character right down to the smallest nuance, and he was entertaining every moment he was on the screen. In my opinion, it is one of his 2-3 best performances as an actor, if not his best.All that said, the move was not perfect. 8/10

Superb parady of the world of pretentious yuppies, and the pressures and effects of consumerism and having to maintain appearances. Based on the book by Bret Easton Ellis, it is fiendishly funny at times, yet simultaneously very realistic. Great acting by Christian Bale, in one of his first major roles.