The Clovehitch Killer

The acting is like watching community theater. Bad community theater.

A murder mystery film with not a whole lot of mystery going on.

Feels very disjointed at times.

The Clovehitch Killer's pacing makes it seem more like an episode of a tv series than a movie, and its plot definitely suffers; however, its acting and feeling of suspense somewhat makes up for it.

It is a good movie. Very engaging and interesting. Predictable and does not answer all questions though.

A significantly solid look at a fictionalized version of Dennis Rader and what the reality of violent paraphilia does to the people around the offender. Much more about the familial setting than seeing a serial offender perform repeated acts of murder, it’s unlikely to please everyone looking for the Hannibal Lecter tropes. If you’re seeing anyone whine about (lmfao) “bigotry” against Christians in reference to this movie, you shouldn’t even waste your time explaining to them where BTK was when he sent the communications which resulted in his arrest… These types of pasteys are too slow and gullible to bother checking accuracy prior to whining.

A decent movie with good performances and an interesting story. The movie builds the tension really well and kept my interest/attention really well. The whole religious angle of the over-religious town also adds to the storyline. I will recommend this thriller.

The film lives up to the expectations of the serial killer movie genre. The emotional turmoil experienced by a teenager upon discovering their father's heinous crimes is intense. Every actor in the movie effectively conveyed their character's role, especially Dylan McDermott. I just think it isn't original and that is my only problem. It gives you that BTK type story again and that's why I gave it three stars.

To say the ending was awful would be an understatement, I almost had to turn it off.

A hidden gem in the genre of serial killer thrillers. It doesn't reinvent much in the genre, but it superbly develops and confidently inhabits a subtle mood of terror, as a teenager's warm, suburban life collides intimately with evil. Solid performances, especially by Dylan McDermott.