American Psycho is a chilling satirical thriller that dives into the mind of Patrick Bateman, a Wall Street yuppie whose obsession with status masks a darker reality. This film, directed by Mary Harron and based on Bret Easton Ellis's cult novel, challenges viewers to confront the absurdity of consumerism and the fragility of identity in a glitzy, superficial society. With its sharp script and haunting performances, it remains a defining piece of 2000s cinema, blending horror, dark humour, and biting social commentary. The iconic scene where Bateman delivers the infamous "This is not an exit" line encapsulates his descent into madness. With a modest box office of $34 million against a $7 million budget, it has since achieved cult status, earning a spot on several 'best of' lists. The film's sharp critique of wealth and identity, coupled with its striking visuals and memorable quotes like "I simply am not there," showcases Harron's directorial prowess. Nominated for multiple awards, American Psycho continues to resonate as a provocateur of modern morality. Organise a screening of American Psycho and immerse your audience in its unsettling world, where satire meets horror in a spectacular way. Don’t just watch—create an unforgettable cinematic experience that
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Screenwave helps film fans bring classic, cult, and fan-favourite films back to local cinemas. Anyone can start a screening, share it, and invite others to back it. Once the funding target is reached, The Regent confirms the date.
Mary Harron made American Psycho for one reason — to be seen on the biggest screen possible. The kind of film that loses something on a laptop, a tablet, or even a TV. 1h 42m that deserve your full attention and a darkened room. See it properly or don't see it at all.
So create a screening. Bring your mates, your family, your colleagues, your neighbours, that friend who's never seen it and needs to. Pack the seats with people who get it — or people who are about to. This is your cinema. Your film. Your night. Make it one to remember.
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There's something modern multiplexes can't replicate. Built in an era when cinema was an occasion, The Regent has absorbed decades of gasps, laughter, and applause. Its atmosphere does half the job before the lights even go down. It's a natural home for classic horror and silent films — but the magic works for anything. Cult favourites, family nights, one-off events. Whatever you want to see, The Regent gives it weight. Choose your film. Bring Blackpool together. Make it a night.
Nestled inside a stunning 1920s picture house, The Regent Cinema is one of Blackpool's most unique and loveable venues. A beautifully preserved single screen, set within a building housing antiques, vintage finds and retro treasures — it's a cinema experience like no other. Whether you're a film lover, a history buff, or just after something a little different, The Regent is the real deal.
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The Regent is easily reached by public transport, just a short walk from Blackpool North train station, with multiple bus routes serving Church Street right outside
For those travelling by car, pay and display parking is available on Caunce Street/Church Street Car Park, just moments from the venue.
No — Screenwave screenings are public, community events open to everyone.
Yes — creating a screening costs just
The screening doesn't go ahead and all backers are refunded.
Most screenings have a funding target of around £2.00, which covers the cost of bringing the film to the cinema. The total is shared between everyone who backs it.
You suggest a proposed date, which is confirmed once the screening is funded and agreed with the cinema.
Choose a film you'd love to see at the cinema.
When enough people support it, we book the cinema and secure the rights.
The screening goes ahead — or you get a 100% refund if it doesn't.
