Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers (2025) Movie Review

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First Reaction – Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers gives a glimpse into her trial life.

Director: Emily Turner

The film tells the story of Aileen Wuornos, a Florida prostitute who killed seven men between 1989 and 1990, arguing she acted in self-defense after being assaulted.

Runtime: 1 Hour 43 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Verdict on Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers

Recap

This documentary examines the trial of Aileen Wuornos, who was accused of murder and claimed she acted in self-defense against sexual assault. However, the prosecution focused on her work as a sex worker to establish a motive. The film explores the complications of the trial, particularly the conflict between her account of events and the potential for a pre-planned scheme.

Best Parts

This documentary explores the difficult choices surrounding capital punishment. It argues that proving someone intended to commit murder is often more important than pursuing the death penalty itself. This leads to a broader discussion about how we should handle criminals whose reasons for acting are unclear or suspect.

Worst Parts

Okay, so this isn’t really a ‘whodunnit’ – it’s much more about the how and the why. The film really digs into the killer’s motivations and the psychological games she plays to stay ahead of the law, and maintain a disturbing public image. It’s less about solving the crimes and more about understanding what makes her tick and how she avoids facing justice.

Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers offers a unique perspective on life on death row.

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2025-10-30 12:37