Look closer at the deeper meaning and messages of American Psycho's ending. Support The Take on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetake WATCH MORE Movie and TV Endings Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByLEIKTjgtk More Classic Movies Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huLSdm6IH0g Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ThisIstheTake Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisthetake CHAPTERS 00:00 - Patrick Bateman's Imaginary Killings 00:43 - Bateman's Disconnection from Reality 01:24 - The Ambiguity of American Psycho 02:01 - Exploring the Ambiguous Ending of American Psycho 02:39 - The Psychosis of Patrick Bateman and the Idea of Reality vs. Fantasy 03:23 - 1980s New York Yuppie Culture and Homogenized Identities 04:04 - The confusion of individual identity 04:44 - The Frustration of Society 05:28 - The Trap of Perception and Identity 06:10 - Detachments from Deeper Reality Works Cited & Consulted: * Eisenberg, Eric. “American Psycho Ending: What Really Happened.” CinemaBlend. * Williams, Wyatt (June 19, 2010). “Bret Easton Ellis talks film adaptations at SCAD.” Creative Loafing. * Watkins, Gwynne (April 17, 2015). “’American Psycho’ Screenwriter on Patrick Bateman’s Legacy and That Controversial Ending.” Yahoo. * Grow, Kory (March 31, 2016). “American Psycho at 25: Bret Easton Ellis on Patrick Bateman’s Legacy.” Rolling Stone. * Wood, Jennifer M (April 5, 2016). “19 Things You Might Not Know About American Psycho.” Mental Floss. Sign up to our email newsletter for updates on new videos, fun film trivia, news on giveaways, longform content, events and more! http://bit.ly/2oVVB1Q If you like this video, subscribe to our YouTube channel for more: null Like ScreenPrism on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/screenprism Follow ScreenPrism on Twitter: http://twitter.com/screenprism Visit ScreenPrism.com: http://screenprism.com/ #americanpsycho #patrickbateman #filmanalysis #movieanalysis #explained #videoessay #deepdive #moviedeepdive Thought-provoking analysis for film, television, and pop culture fans. At The Take, we are dedicated to providing insightful and engaging content that caters to movie and TV enthusiasts, and those who have a passion for the broader realms of popular culture. https://the-take.com/ We offer innovative, expert analysis and commentary that delves deep into the heart of your favorite entertainment media. We take pride in enhancing your viewing experience, unraveling the hidden layers, and enriching the narrative universes that captivate us. Explore a multitude of themes and topics with us, from unraveling the deeper meanings to explaining intricate themes, dissecting common tropes, and providing in-depth insights into those mind-bending endings. Our character studies offer a unique perspective, and get to know your beloved actors and directors on a more personal level through our profiles. We want to share our love of visual culture with the world. So here’s our Take. What’s your Take? American Psycho Ending Explained: What Really Happened?