Women Who Kill
Women Who Kill

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Women Who Kill

2016
Movie
93 min
English

Morgan and Jean work well together as true crime podcasters because they didn’t work well, at all, as a couple. However, when Morgan strikes up a new relationship with the mysterious Simone, their shared interest turns into suspicion, paranoia, and fear.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users75%
Director: Ingrid JungermannGenres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Morgan, a former true-crime podcaster, is convinced her new girlfriend is a serial killer after discovering unsettling evidence. She enlists the help of her ex-partner, Jean, to investigate, leading them down a dark and twisted path of suspicion and paranoia. As they delve deeper, the lines between victim and perpetrator blur, and their own relationship is tested.

Critical Reception

Women Who Kill received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its unique blend of dark comedy and psychological thriller elements. The film was noted for its distinct feminist perspective on horror tropes and its exploration of female relationships and obsessions. Some found the pacing uneven, but many commended its originality and Jungermann's distinctive directorial voice.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark humor and unconventional approach to the serial killer genre.

  • Noted for its feminist undertones and exploration of female relationships.

  • Some critics found the narrative occasionally meandering, but the originality was often highlighted.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's quirky and dark comedic tone, finding it a fresh take on familiar horror themes. Many enjoyed the psychological tension and the unique perspective offered by a female-led narrative. Some viewers felt the plot could have been tighter, but the overall sentiment was positive for its distinctive style.

Fun Fact

Director Ingrid Jungermann also stars in the film as the protagonist, Morgan, and co-wrote the script.

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