Sky Arte documentary explores Bret Easton Ellis's cult novel American Psycho
A documentary titled 'American Psycho – Tradimenti, omicidi e follia' airs on Sky Arte on Saturday, July 23, delving into Bret Easton Ellis's controversial 1991 novel. The book portrays the decadent Western world through Patrick Bateman, a yuppie serial killer. Initially met with fierce criticism, including boycott calls and death threats against Ellis, the novel later became a cult classic adapted into film and Broadway. The documentary examines the story's impact and legacy.
Key facts
- Documentary 'American Psycho – Tradimenti, omicidi e follia' airs on Sky Arte on July 23, 2022.
- The documentary explores Bret Easton Ellis's novel 'American Psycho' (1991).
- The novel follows Patrick Bateman, a Wall Street yuppie and serial killer.
- The book faced severe criticism for its violence, misogyny, racism, and homophobia.
- Ellis received death threats and boycott calls; promotional tours were canceled.
- The novel later became a cult classic, adapted into film and Broadway.
- Sky Arte's content is curated by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Bret Easton Ellis
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune
Locations
- Italy