American Psycho - closing week audiences- Page 6

[newintown]

Posted: 6/7/16 at 8:57am

I think that's very well put, Eric. Ellis, McInerney, and don't forget their sidekicks Tama Janowitz and Mark Lindquist, did capture a certain pre-Goth/Emo immature/adolescent nihilism that was very popular in the mid-late 80's (and continues among some to this day). It was definitely facile and shallow, and maybe the times were a bit, too - but that still doesn't make for the best writing. And I think there was a lot more to the era than casual sex, greed, materialism, narcissism, and drugs. But those things were hot for a while.

Posted: 6/7/16 at 10:45am

Perhaps it wasn't "ahead of its time" so much as "too modern" for Broadway (even though the songs are from 30 years ago).  Pop music from the show makes it all seem shiny & new in a way not translating to The Great White Way.  I truly enjoy author Bret Easton Ellis & kudos to those involved for taking a chance. 

[Stupifer]

Posted: 6/7/16 at 3:56pm

I enjoyed this show - but to be fair, the second act was a hot mess.  If you loved it then I'm happy for you - there are shows that I loved that other people hate (Title of Show) and shows that I hated that other people loved (Fun Home). No sense in arguing over an opinion. Life is too dang short.