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Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman (2021): Cast & Ratings

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Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman is a 2021 horror thriller directed by Daniel Farrands, starring Peyton List as Aileen Wuornos, Ashley Atwood and Tobin Bell. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes and earned $15,202 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 10/100.

worldwide gross
$15.2K
Echo Score
10
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Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
Daniel Farrands
Genres
Horror , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman About?

The premise of Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman without spoilers.

This film explores the early life of Aileen Wuornos, America's most notorious female serial killer. It recounts her journey to Florida in 1976, where a young and beautiful Aileen sought to escape a tragic past. She married a wealthy Yacht Club President and briefly experienced a chance at a new life within Florida’s high society. The story then follows her descent, culminating in the killing spree that occurred in 1989 and 1990.

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Themes & Keywords

· 11 tags
  • female rear nudity
  • killer
  • man
  • courtroom
  • lethal injection
  • execution by lethal injection
  • live action
  • jail
  • serial killer crime
  • true crime
  • based on true story
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Cast & crew

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Cast & Characters

Peyton List leads the cast as Aileen Wuornos, with Ashley Atwood as Older Aileen and Tobin Bell as Lewis Fell. Directed by Daniel Farrands; 16 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman

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From the director

More from Daniel Farrands

More films directed by Daniel Farrands, best-rated first: The Amityville Murders, The Haunting of Sharon Tate, Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman and The Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson.

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Ratings

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 10/100, strongest in character & emotion (20) and weakest in rewatch factor (5).

10 /100

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Echo Score Breakdown

The film falls short across virtually every dimension, offering a disjointed narrative that feels more like a sensational tabloid than a credible biopic. Critics and viewers alike note weak direction, poorly executed cinematography, and a rushed editing style that undermines any potential tension. The storyline is riddled with factual inaccuracies and implausible plot twists, resulting in a disengaging experience. Consequently, the movie provides little incentive for repeat viewings, leaving audiences dissatisfied and unlikely to recommend it.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 12

    In terms of art and craft, the production suffers from uninspired direction and subpar cinematography that detract from visual coherence. Reviewers describe the editing as hurried and the production design as lacking authenticity. The overall visual execution feels amateurish, contributing to a sense of wasted potential. This weak technical foundation diminishes the film's overall impact.

  • Character & Emotion 20

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are largely criticized for overacting and shallow portrayal. Peyton List's portrayal is noted as aesthetically appealing yet emotionally flat, while supporting actors receive similar disparagement. A few isolated praises, such as Tobin Bell's contribution, do not offset the pervasive lack of depth. Consequently, the film fails to create resonant or believable characters.

  • Story & Flow 10

    The narrative suffers from incoherent plotting and questionable pacing, with numerous reviewers calling it fictionalized and disjointed. Key events are presented without logical progression, and the script is described as flimsy and contradictory to known facts. This lack of narrative cohesion leaves the story feeling contrived, reducing audience engagement and credibility.

  • Sensory Experience 15

    Sensory experience is marred by uneven sound design and unremarkable visual styling. Critics note that the soundtrack contributes little to atmosphere, while the visual palette appears inconsistent and dull. The combination of these elements fails to create an immersive sensory environment, further weakening the film's overall aesthetic appeal.

  • Rewatch Factor 5

    Rewatch value is minimal, as most viewers express no desire to revisit the film. The consensus describes it as a forgettable, poorly executed attempt that offers no new insights on subsequent viewings. Even occasional positive remarks about isolated performances do not generate sufficient incentive for repeat engagement.

Box office

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Box Office

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman grossed $15,202 worldwide.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$15.2K

International
$15.2K
Videos

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer UK Re-Release Trailer
Details

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Aileen Wuornos American Boogeywoman” and “Монстр: Начало”.

Also known as
  • Aileen Wuornos American Boogeywoman
  • Монстр: Начало
  • Aileen Wuornos: Mente Assassina
  • Aileen Wuornos: Ulubiona morderczyni Ameryki
  • 艾琳·沃诺斯:美国女夜魔
  • Impulsions meurtrières
  • American Boogeywoman - Engel des Todes
  • Aileen Wuornos: Mente asesina
  • Caccia al killer: Monster
  • Монстр: Початок
  • Americká obluda - Aileen Wuornos
  • Americká zrůda - Aileen Wuornos

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FAQ

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman?

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman released?

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman was released on September 20, 2021.

Who directed Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman?

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman was directed by Daniel Farrands.

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Who is in the cast of Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman?

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman stars Peyton List as Aileen Wuornos, Ashley Atwood as Older Aileen and Tobin Bell as Lewis Fell, among 16 credited actors.

How much did Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman make at the box office?

Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman grossed $15,202 worldwide.

Does Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman have a post-credit scene?

No. Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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