Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer
“The True Story of America's First Female Serial Killer”
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.
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Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of A Serial Killer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-09-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 4, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Broomfield
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Broomfield
- Original Score
- David Bergeaud
- Original Title
- Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Channel 4 Television, Lafayette Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Broomfield
Nick Broomfield
David Bergeaud
Barry Ackroyd
Rick Vick, Richard M. Lewis
Nick Broomfield
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Broomfield
Director
Nick Broomfield
Writer
Nick Broomfield
Producer
David Bergeaud
Original Music Composer
Barry Ackroyd
Director of Photography
Rick Vick
Editor
Richard M. Lewis
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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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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 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.
Who directed Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer was directed by Nick Broomfield.
Who stars in Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
The principal cast of Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer includes Aileen Wuornos, Nick Broomfield, Arlene Pralle, Tyria Moore, Mike Reynolds.
When was Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer released and how long is it?
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer was composed by David Bergeaud.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer?
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer 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.).