Overview

• Mary Harron’s 2000 adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’s novel, starring Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, is widely regarded as a cultural touchstone 25 years after its release.
• The film’s critique of corporate greed, consumerism, and masculinity continues to resonate, though it is often misinterpreted by some as glorifying its protagonist.
• Rumors of a new adaptation by Luca Guadagnino, potentially starring Austin Butler, persist despite Bret Easton Ellis dismissing the claims as unverified.
• New merchandise, including a blood-splattered Patrick Bateman action figure, highlights the film’s lasting impact on pop culture and horror fandom.
• Director Mary Harron has reflected on the film’s enduring relevance, noting its critique of societal exploitation and its increasing resonance in today’s economic and cultural climate.