Review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) by Edwin B — 26 Nov 2007

One of the very few horror films that actually frightens me. Probably the most unsettling movie I have ever seen.

This review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) was written by Edwin B on 26 Nov 2007.

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

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