best "serial killer" movie I'd ever seen

Rating: 10/10 (3 March 2007)

I was afraid that stepping into the theatre I was up for yet another "serial killer" movie that uses gore as a post to lean on for audience attention. I was pleased when Gyllenhaal and Ruffalo were able to drive this movie to the very last second. Though it started with a couple of horrific murders, I later realized the necessity of those scenes to introduce the characters. The transformation of Graysmith, Gyllenhaal, was splendid and allowed myself to be glued to the screen.
The language wasn't terrible, maybe a few "f" bombs scattered throughout, but not noticeable, and I didn't observe any sensuality.
If you're into documentaries, not that this is one, or just love a well done crime movie, I would recommend this movie, and that you take me, so I can see it again.