Patrick Bateman
Portrayed by Christian Bale in the film, American Psycho, Patrick Bateman is a complex and disturbing figure, characterized by his vanity, snobbery, and violent tendencies. He is a wealthy Wall Street investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer, often justifying his actions through a superficial lens of consumerism and materialism. His actions and thoughts reveal a fragmented psyche, struggling with identity and a profound sense of alienation.
