The Hillside Strangler
“They lived to watch you die.”
Synopsis
Kenneth Bianchi is a security guard whose attempts to become a police officer are repeatedly thwarted. He moves to California to live with his cousin Angelo and dates a string of women, becoming increasingly preoccupied with sex. Eventually the cousins decide to start an escort agency. After violently killing a prostitute they thought had betrayed them, Kenneth and Angelo begin committing a series of crimes that become a media sensation.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Hillside Strangler (2004) - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-09-17
Top Cast
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Allison Lange
Claire Shelton
Nicholas Turturro
Angelo Buono
C. Thomas Howell
Kenneth Bianchi
Zarah Little
Carrie Ploskonko
Jennifer Tisdale
Erin
Kent King
Gabrielle
Aimee Brooks
Felicia Waller
Natasha Melnick
Karyn
Brandin Rackley
Janice Cooley
Lin Shaye
Jenny Buono
Marisol Padilla Sánchez
Christina Chavez
Damon Whitaker
Ronnie
Roz Witt
Frances Bianchi
Aaron Behr
Dan Forney
Julia Lee
Lisa Erwin
Jessica Allegra
April
Cletus Young
Charlie Lloyd
Gregg Gibbs
Officer Mike McHale
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City
Festival / Special Debut
November 12, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 25, 2006
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1.4M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chuck Parello
- Screenplay & Story
- Chuck Parello, Stephen Johnston
- Original Score
- Danny Saber
- Original Title
- The Hillside Strangler
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Budget
- $1.4M
- Production Studios
- Tartan Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chuck Parello
Chuck Parello, Stephen Johnston
Danny Saber
John Pirozzi
Paul Heiman
Michael Avery, Robert S. Costanzo, Carol Siller, Alexa Jago, Michael Muscal
Department Leadership Roster
Chuck Parello
Director
Chuck Parello
Writer
Stephen Johnston
Writer
Robert S. Costanzo
Producer
Gregg Gibbs
Production Design
Niklas J. Palm
Costume Design
Michael Muscal
Producer
John Pirozzi
Director of Photography
Hamish McAlpine
Producer
Danny Saber
Original Music Composer
Paul Heiman
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hillside Strangler
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What is The Hillside Strangler about?
Kenneth Bianchi is a security guard whose attempts to become a police officer are repeatedly thwarted. He moves to California to live with his cousin Angelo and dates a string of women, becoming increasingly preoccupied with sex. Eventually the cousins decide to start an escort agency. After violently killing a prostitute they thought had betrayed them, Kenneth and Angelo begin committing a series of crimes that become a media sensation.
Who directed The Hillside Strangler?
The Hillside Strangler was directed by Chuck Parello.
Who stars in The Hillside Strangler?
The principal cast of The Hillside Strangler includes Allison Lange, Nicholas Turturro, C. Thomas Howell, Zarah Little, Jennifer Tisdale.
When was The Hillside Strangler released and how long is it?
The Hillside Strangler was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hillside Strangler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hillside Strangler was composed by Danny Saber.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hillside Strangler?
The Hillside Strangler holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).