Killer: A Journal of Murder

Carl Panzram is sent to Leavenworth Prison for burglary. While there, he is brutally beaten by a guard. Neophyte guard Henry Lesser feels sympathy for Panzram, befriends him, and gets him to write his life story. Lesser learns that Panzram's past is much more violent than he thought, but also that he's capable of being a much better person than the rest of the prison staff believes - or so Lesser thinks.

Tagline

“Liar. Thief. Murderer. He hated all of humanity, himself most of all.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama

Director

Tim Metcalfe

Original Language

EN

What is Killer: A Journal of Murder about?

Carl Panzram is sent to Leavenworth Prison for burglary. While there, he is brutally beaten by a guard. Neophyte guard Henry Lesser feels sympathy for Panzram, befriends him, and gets him to write his life story. Lesser learns that Panzram's past is much more violent than he thought, but also that he's capable of being a much better person than the rest of the prison staff believes - or so Lesser thinks.

Who directed Killer: A Journal of Murder?

Killer: A Journal of Murder was directed by Tim Metcalfe.

When was Killer: A Journal of Murder released?

Killer: A Journal of Murder was released on September 6, 1996.

How long is Killer: A Journal of Murder?

Killer: A Journal of Murder has a runtime of 1h 31m.

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