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American Psycho Writer Says Austin Butler’s Reboot Is ‘Fake News’

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American Psycho author Bret Easton Ellis dismisses rumored Austin Butler reboot as 'fake news', casting doubt on the project's future
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  • Ellis claims he's heard from 'someone' that none of the key players - Butler, director Luca Guadagnino, or screenwriter Scott Burns - have signed contracts for the reboot, suggesting the reports may have been premature
  • The author also suggests the 'fake news' was put out to gauge audience reaction, but he's not involved in the project creatively and would only profit financially if it moves forward
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Austin Butler, Bret Easton Ellis, Luca Guadagnino, Scott Burns, Christian Bale, Justin Theroux, Josh Lucas, Jared Leto, Willem Dafoe, Mary Harron, Guinevere Turner, Lionsgate, American Psycho
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