Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer
"The True Story of America's First Female Serial Killer"
Originally released in 1992. Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer is a documentary/crime film. directed by Nick Broomfield. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Aileen Wuornos, Nick Broomfield, and Arlene Pralle
Synopsis
In this documentary, filmmaker Nick Broomfield follows the saga of Aileen Wuornos, a prostitute who has been accused of committing a brutal series of murders. Broomfield conducts interviews with Wuornos herself, and his crew films her trial as well as her interactions with religious fanatic Arlene Pralle, who gives Wuornos dubious advice and legally adopts her. The cameras also roll as the accused's attorney ignores the case at hand to negotiate a deal to sell his client's story.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (72 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Aileen Wuornos
as Self
Nick Broomfield
as Self
Arlene Pralle
as Self
Tyria Moore
as Self - Aileen's Girlfriend
Mike Reynolds
as Self - Biographer
Steve Glazer
as Self - Lawyer
Merle Cannonball
as Self - Bartender, Last Resort
Jesse 'The Human Bomb' Aviles
as Self
Brian Jarvis
as Self
Stéphane Markcovich
as Self
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Channel 4 Television
- Lafayette Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer about?
In this documentary, filmmaker Nick Broomfield follows the saga of Aileen Wuornos, a prostitute who has been accused of committing a brutal series of murders. Broomfield conducts interviews with Wu...
Who directed Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer was directed by Nick Broomfield.
How long is Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer released?
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer was released on November 1, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
The main cast of Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer includes Aileen Wuornos, Nick Broomfield, Arlene Pralle, Tyria Moore, Mike Reynolds.