Schwarzenegger Campaigns for Bateman in New Adaptation

Patrick Schwarzenegger, following his appearance in The White Lotus, has been vocally campaigning on social media to play Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino's upcoming adaptation of American Psycho. The Lionsgate film is described as a new take on Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel, not a remake of the 2000 film. While Schwarzenegger has expressed that the role is his 'dream,' fan reactions are mixed, with some questioning both the necessity of another adaptation and Schwarzenegger's fit for the part. Rumors persist about Austin Butler being considered for Bateman, but some industry insiders now believe he may be in talks for the role of Paul Allen instead. Guadagnino, with a script by Scott Z. Burns, is reportedly still in discussions with several actors for the lead. Casting decisions remain unconfirmed as debate around the project continues.