New reporting by Deadline confirms that in Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming reinterpretation of ‘American Psycho’, the lead role of Patrick Bateman will remain male, despite recent rumors suggesting a gender swap. It was speculated that Margot Robbie might take over the iconic role, but insiders say the project is sticking to its original conception. Interest has been high since the project was announced last year and speculation has been rife over who will be cast in the film. Austin Butler and Jacob Elordi have both been rumored online, but nothing has been set so far and casting discussions continue. Guadagnino, known for bold stylistic takes, is teaming with screenwriter Scott Z. Burns to bring a fresh vision to Bret Easton Ellis’s classic novel. #AmericanPsycho #PatrickBateman #MargotRobbie #LucaGuadagnino #movies #LGBTQIA