In a retrospective on 'American Psycho', Justin Theroux recalls how the film’s critique of 1980s toxic masculinity through his character Bryce reflects ongoing societal themes. He shares humorous insights about a notably intense scene with Christian Bale, conveying the absurdity of Wall Street culture's obsession with business cards. Theroux notes the film’s lasting impact, as it portrays a roomful of identical finance bros spiraling over trivial status symbols, a sentiment still relevant today. His experiences illustrate the film's significant cultural commentary, melding humor with a critique of wealth and masculinity.
"The seriousness and the tone with which we played it and the slow burn on Christian at the end, where he's just sweating mortar shells. It was really funny."
"Bryce, Theroux's character... was wearing the same suits, making the same offhand racist and sexist remarks, enjoying an ill-gotten life of luxury..."
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