Review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) by Lew I — 08 May 2009

But I don't understand. Why can't they just live happily ever after?

This review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) was written by Lew I on 08 May 2009.

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

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