Patrick Bateman is the central character of American Psycho, the 2000 film starring Christian Bale as a wealthy investment banker hiding a violent double life. His scream has circulated online as a standalone reaction clip, stripped from its original scene and reused in meme edits and short-form videos. The contrast between his polished appearance and the sudden loss of control makes it easy to repurpose for shock, anger and exaggerated frustration. Because the moment is instantly recognisable to film fans, it continues to work as shorthand for someone snapping.