Review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) by Scott C — 17 Aug 2013

This was really disturbing, but Michael Rooker is riveting.

This review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) was written by Scott C on 17 Aug 2013.

Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer has generally received positive reviews.

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By Carter H (72) on 10 Mar 2016

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By Jacob B (1,524) on 17 Jun 2014

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By Berni E (366) on 12 Jan 2015

Creepy, nasty film - but worth four points because its so alarming to view something so coldly from a serial killers supposed viewpoint. Chilling…

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By Lou Cedrone (18) for Baltimore Sun (1,823) on 15 Sep 2014

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By Angelica C (24) on 18 Feb 2014

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