The Hillside Strangler

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"The Hillside Strangler" is a 2004 horror film directed by Chuck Parello, based on the true story of serial killers Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono Jr. The movie follows the cousins as they embark on a series of violent crimes in Los Angeles during the late 1970s. Initially, they target prostitutes but soon expand their scope to include middle-class women and girls. The film stars C. Thomas Howell as Bianchi and Nicholas Turturro as Buono, portraying their descent into murder and their eventual capture. The film captures the chilling details of their crimes, which included posing as policemen to lure victims. The cousins' actions led to widespread fear in Los Angeles, earning them the infamous moniker "The Hillside Stranglers." The movie delves into the psychological aspects of their crimes and the investigative efforts that eventually led to their arrest. With its dark and intense portrayal, "The Hillside Strangler" offers a gripping narrative that explores the twisted minds of these notorious serial killers.