American Psycho Opening Analysis.

There is a tracking shot sets up the scene, as there is slow non-diegetic music playing and the pace of the music is the same pace as the camera, which adds a sense of continuity. There is a voice over as the main character, Patrick Bateman, is talking throughout the scene; this allows viewers to understand his character and personality.

There is a long shot to establish the environment where the scene is placed; this allows the audience to see his home which helps establish him as a character and shows his wealth, there is a close up of his bed which shows the bed is only slept on one side which clearly indicates he is not in a relationship and lives alone. The room is only white and is absent of dark colour.

There is a long shot that introduces Patrick Bateman into the scene, he is dressed only in his boxers to reveal his muscular and toned body this shows his healthy lifestyle and matches the voice over as he is narrating his morning routine.

There is an over the shoulder shot whilst he is urinating, which shows him looking at his reflection in a frame 'Les Miserables' posters showing how he takes pride in himself, and is slightly vain. Also shows he is cultured in musical theatre.

After there is a montage presenting his daily routine, this emphasises his care in himself, the fact that is repeated means that it is an important part of his day and life.

The final shot shows Patrick Bateman peeling off his “herb mint facial masque”; this is presented to us in a close up, allowing viewers only to see his face, and his perfect skin. The facemask could represent the mask he wears for his different personalities.

Adult males would like to watch this as it delivers the as it is full of thrill and suspense, which fits the generic ideologies of horror/ thriller, which men often like. Children and Women would not necessarily enjoy this film, as it is contains scenes of an adult nature and violence.