Dahmer

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Steve L I recently watched Dahmer (2002), and it left a profound impact on me. Jeremy Renner's portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer is both chilling and captivating, offering a nuanced glimpse into the mind of one of America's most infamous serial killers. The film doesn't rely on gratuitous violence; instead, it delves deep into Dahmer's psyche, exploring the complexities and inner turmoil that drove his actions. The non-linear storytelling, interspersed with flashbacks, effectively sheds light on Dahmer's troubled past and the events leading up to his heinous crimes. Renner's performance is hauntingly realistic, capturing the eerie normalcy and underlying darkness of Dahmer's character. The supporting cast, including Bruce Davison as Dahmer's father, adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the strained family dynamics and missed warning signs. What struck me most was the film's ability to humanize without excusing Dahmer's actions. It presents a balanced perspective, prompting reflection on the factors that contribute to such tragic outcomes. While it's a disturbing subject matter, the movie is thoughtfully executed, making it a compelling watch for those interested in psychological dramas and true crime stories. Overall, Dahmer is a poignant and unsettling film that stays with you long after the credits roll. It's a testament to the filmmakers' respectful approach to a sensitive topic and Renner's exceptional acting prowess. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/15/25 Full Review Pedro Henrique C Dahmer He is a complete cannibal, madman, murderer and psychopath. This film has his charisma and his wonderful tone of suspense. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/07/25 Full Review Frank J A bar and a bathhouse are not the same thing. How did they manage to mess the details up so badly. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 12/03/24 Full Review Christian C Seeing people reference other (fictional) depictions of Jeff Dahmer’s life as an indicator that *this* fictional portrayal is less accurate is painfully typical. This is - by far - the most accurate and least distracted portrayal of him, showing him as more than just a topic of debate or a series of personality traits come to life like an automaton. The decision to try to “avoid showing the series through Jeff’s eyes” - but then doing that exact thing - is one of the major flaws of the Evan Peters depiction. This was much cleaner and much less fixated on paraphilia and deviation than the other, more sensationalized depictions. That alone made it a better and more telling watch. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/04/24 Full Review Tyler S Thought they missed pretty big here. I knew a decent amount about Jeffrey Dahmer after watching the film from 2017 and the series with Evan Peters. So i came into this expecting to see the same stuff but maybe told in a different fashion. I did not get that. This did not feel like a Jeffrey Dahmer story at all. Just a film about people guessing what happened. Plus, it just felt very slow and the sequence of events were super jumbled. Even some of the acting was mid at best. Definitely my least favorite of the Jeffrey Dahmer projects I've seen. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 07/24/24 Full Review Timothy T Jeremy Renner gives a creepishly good performance as Dahmer. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/23/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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