The movie “American Psycho” was released in 2000. It showcases the story of Patrick Bateman, a wealthy New York City investment banker with a hidden, violent, psychopathic side, portrayed by Christian Bale. This write-up explores the filming locations of the movie, roles of various cast members, and some intriguing hidden truths and stories about it.
Where it Filmed?
“American Psycho” was majorly filmed in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Notable filming locations include Phoenix Concert Theater at 410 Sherbourne Street, Shark City Bar and Grill at 117 Eglinton Avenue, the Boston Club at 4 Front Street East, and Montana Restaurant Bar at 145 John Street. The intervals of filming were predominantly from Feb 28, 1999, to Apr 23, 1999.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Christian Bale | Patrick Bateman |
| Justin Theroux | Timothy Bryce |
| Josh Lucas | Craig McDermott |
| Bill Sage | David Van Patten |
| Chloë Sevigny | Jean |
| Reese Witherspoon | Evelyn Williams |
| Samantha Mathis | Courtney Rawlinson |
| Matt Ross | Luis Carruthers |
| Jared Leto | Paul Allen |
| Willem Dafoe | Donald Kimball |
| Cara Seymour | Christie |
| Guinevere Turner | Elizabeth |
| Stephen Bogaert | Harold Carnes |
| Monika Meier | Daisy |
| Reg E. Cathey | Homeless Man |
| Blair Williams | Waiter #1 |
| Marie Dame | Victoria |
| Kelley Harron | Bargirl |
| Patricia Gage | Mrs. Wolfe |
| Krista Sutton | Sabrina |
| Landy Cannon | Man at Pierce & Pierce |
| Park Bench | Stash |
| Catherine Black | Vanden |
| Margaret Ma | Dry Cleaner Woman |
| Mark Pawson | Humphrey Rhineback |
| Jessica Lau | Facialist |
| Lilette Wiens | Maitre Dí |
| Glen Marc Silot | Waiter |
| Charlotte Hunter | Libby |
| Kiki Buttignol | Caron |
| Reuben Thompson | Waiter #2 |
| Bryan Renfro | Night Watchman |
| Ross Gibby | Man Outside Store |
| Christina McKay | Young Woman |
| Anthony Lemke | Marcus Halberstram |
| Connie Chen | Gwendolyn Ichiban |
| Marilyn Burns | Sally Hardesty (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Doshia Darmane | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Brett Alexander Davidson | Bartender (uncredited) |
| Peter Loung | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Joseph Oliveira | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Leanne Poirier Greenfield | Party Girl (uncredited) |
| Ronald Reagan | Self (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Somaya Reece | Bar Girl (uncredited) |
| Jackson Rothery | Bateman (uncredited) |
| Devin Schumacher | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Kate Steen | Pierce & Pierce Girl (uncredited) |
| Dave Thompson | Tattletale Child’s Father (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed by Mary Harron and written by Bret Easton Ellis, Mary Harron, and Guinevere Turner.
- Apart from Christian Bale, the movie stars Justin Theroux as Timothy Bryce, Josh Lucas as Craig McDermott, and others like Reese Witherspoon and Jared Leto in notable roles.
- “American Psycho”, with its gripping storyline and performances, swept away 7 awards and received 11 nominations.
- The movie is not just a work of crime and drama, but it also showcases the intense character transitions of protagonists, like the character of Patrick Bateman portrayed by Christian Bale.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Shark City Bar and Grill – 117 Eglinton Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.707436
- Longitude: -79.3942144
- Place ID: ChIJjb4MKiUzK4gRzu1xuGljEKM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 117 Eglinton Ave E, Toronto, ON M4P 1H4, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.653226
- Longitude: -79.3831843
- Place ID: ChIJpTvG15DL1IkRd8S0KlBVNTI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Toronto, ON, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Boston Club – 4 Front Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.64753
- Longitude: -79.3764351
- Place ID: ChIJs3pBuy3L1IkRP4zLHB3zfVU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 4 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
- Location Name: Montana Restaurant Bar – 145 John Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.6492522
- Longitude: -79.3906653
- Place ID: ChIJjy2JE9A0K4gRQ4l41lanCT8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 145 John St, Toronto, ON M5V 2E4, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
