Monster
“Based on a true story.”
CrimeDrama
In 1989, prostitute Aileen Wuornos befriends and enters a relationship with a young woman named Selby. Determined to straighten out her life, Aileen's limited education lands her back on the corner. She's raped by a trick, who she kills. A string of murder and robbery follows that ultimately leads Aileen to becoming America's first female serial killer.
VIBE
This is a raw, unflinching descent into a life marked by desperation and profound tragedy. It's an intense, empathetic character study that feels bleak and emotionally heavy, exploring the devastating impact of societal neglect and personal trauma with a relentless, gritty realism. Expect a powerful, unsettling experience.
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