Oscar Worthy Performance By Bale

Rating: Null/10 (14 April 2000)

This movie was very dark. Not in the gory, bloody sense, however, in a sinister, witty way. Christian Bale gives a very complex performance bringing the character of Patrick Bateman to life. At times I even sympathized with his character because Bale had the talent to make Bateman a multi-faceted human being. This movie is not merely a commentary on the 80's, only its focus. The movie says a lot about society; what it is really saying is that we really are superficial and really don't take the time to know people. Maybe all we are concerned with is the appearance of those with whom we associate, not with who that person really is. Most people may not appreciate this wonderful film. If you want to see a layered, brilliant movie, go see this film and I assure that you will not be disappointed.