Bret Easton Ellis

Origins

Bret Easton Ellis is known for his gritty and dark visual style that emerged in the 1980s and 1990s. His style often explores themes of wealth, alienation, and excess, particularly in the lives of young people from privileged backgrounds. He gained fame with his controversial novel 'American Psycho' which depicted the narcissistic and violent tendencies of a Wall Street investment banker. Ellis's visual style became famous for its brutally honest portrayal of American culture during the time period.