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2003 · 109 min · R

Monster

Directed by Patty Jenkins · Crime, Drama

Monster (2003) is a Crime film, directed by Patty Jenkins set in Florida during the 1980s–1990s. It runs 109 minutes and is rated R.

A serial killer and biopic, with a bleak tone. Themes of love & longing and betrayal run throughout.

Composer
BT
Cinematography
Steven Bernstein
Cast
Charlize TheronChristina RicciBruce DernLee TergesenAnnie CorleyPruitt Taylor VinceMarco St. JohnMarc Macaulay

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Florida
Setting
Urban
When
1980s1990s

Premise & themes

Premise
Serial KillerBiopic
Themes
Love & LongingBetrayal
Tone
Bleak

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale LedAntihero
Pacing
Measured
Based on
True Story

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