American Psycho (1991): 20 SHOCKING Facts You Didn't Know! Uncover twenty shocking facts about Bret Easton Ellis's American Psycho, the book so disturbing its publisher dropped it. From the protests and boycotts to why Patrick Bateman represents eighties capitalism, these facts reveal the controversial masterpiece. Learn what Ellis cut from the original and why Christian Bale's performance was perfect. #america #americanpsycho #americanpsychoedit