Evilenko(2003)
Director:
David Grieco
A disgraced communist schoolteacher in Kyiv becomes a brutal, unfeeling serial killer. Based on the crimes of Andrei Chikatilo.
Evilenko
Details
Evilenko (2003) is a gripping and chilling crime thriller, based on the true story of Andrei Chikatilo, a notorious Soviet-era serial killer. Set in Kyiv, the film unravels the twisted tale of a once-respected communist schoolteacher who descends into the depths of madness and becomes an unfeeling murderer.
The story follows the life of Viktor Burakov, a detective trying to solve a series of gruesome murders that have plagued the city. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a dark and disturbing truth about the unlikely culprit - Anatoly Slivko, a former schoolteacher. Slivko, portrayed remarkably by Malcolm McDowell, reels audiences into the depths of his twisted mind as he commits heinous crimes without remorse.
Evilenko expertly portrays the psychological development of Slivko, exploring the factors that contribute to his descent into serial killing. As Burakov closes in on him, the tension escalates, creating a nail-biting and suspenseful atmosphere.
This thought-provoking and haunting film delves into the dark realm of human nature, leaving viewers captivated and horrified by the propelling events. Evilenko successfully intertwines elements of psychological profiling, crime investigation, and intense character development to deliver a spine-chilling narrative.
Watch as the once highly regarded educator transforms into a brutal and remorseless killer, leaving a devastating impact on the lives of those touched by his terrifying actions. Evilenko is an unforgettable film that will leave audiences questioning the limits of evil within the human psyche.
The story follows the life of Viktor Burakov, a detective trying to solve a series of gruesome murders that have plagued the city. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a dark and disturbing truth about the unlikely culprit - Anatoly Slivko, a former schoolteacher. Slivko, portrayed remarkably by Malcolm McDowell, reels audiences into the depths of his twisted mind as he commits heinous crimes without remorse.
Evilenko expertly portrays the psychological development of Slivko, exploring the factors that contribute to his descent into serial killing. As Burakov closes in on him, the tension escalates, creating a nail-biting and suspenseful atmosphere.
This thought-provoking and haunting film delves into the dark realm of human nature, leaving viewers captivated and horrified by the propelling events. Evilenko successfully intertwines elements of psychological profiling, crime investigation, and intense character development to deliver a spine-chilling narrative.
Watch as the once highly regarded educator transforms into a brutal and remorseless killer, leaving a devastating impact on the lives of those touched by his terrifying actions. Evilenko is an unforgettable film that will leave audiences questioning the limits of evil within the human psyche.