American Psycho

A 2000 American satirical horror film directed by Mary Harron, based on Bret Easton Ellis's novel of the same name. The plot unfolds in 1980s New York and follows Patrick Bateman (Christian Bale), a successful investment banker leading a double life as a serial killer. By day, he engages in financial transactions, and by night, he indulges his dark desires, murdering colleagues, acquaintances, and random individuals. The film explores themes of narcissism, material excess, and moral decay inherent to the era. The cast also includes Willem Dafoe (Detective Donald Kimball), Jared Leto (Paul Allen), Josh Lucas (Craig McDermott), Samantha Mathis (Courtney Rawlinson), Chloë Sevigny (secretary Jean), and Reese Witherspoon (Evelyn Williams).