“American Psycho” is one of the most iconic titles to have come out in the year 2000 — which might be why several actors have been hesitant to step into the role of the homicidal banker Patrick Bateman.
“A couple of high-profile actors, whom I can’t name, have turned it down,” said “American Psycho” author Bret Easton Ellis on his podcast while giving an update on the casting process for the novel’s forthcoming Luca Guadagnino-directed film adaptation. “I think maybe because they don’t want to be in the shoes of Christian Bale.”
Based on Ellis’ 1991 novel, Bale originated the role of Bateman more than 25 years ago. In the time since,…