The Hunt for the Red Ripper
"Exclusive interviews with Chikatilo"
Originally released in 1994. The Hunt for the Red Ripper is a documentary film. directed by Martin Coenen. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Andrei Chikatilo
Synopsis
A startling documentary about the world’s most brutal serial killer Andrei Chikatilo, a former Russian school teacher who was sentenced to death last October after a dramatic trial in which he was convicted of killing, mutilating, and cannibalising 52 women and children. Chikatilo is currently held in a bare provincial prison cell in the south of Russia awaiting a date with his executioner, giving exclusive interviews before and after the trial and plenty of astonishing footage captured by the police and KGB. We hear from relatives of his victims, former work colleagues, and experts on serial killers with the Moscow psychiatrist who proclaimed him sane. Highlights of the dramatic trial included the judges summing up and the sentencing which brought cheers and spontaneous applause from a packed courtroom in Rostov.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Kurtis Productions
- Right Rights BV
- Day For Night Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hunt for the Red Ripper about?
A startling documentary about the world’s most brutal serial killer Andrei Chikatilo, a former Russian school teacher who was sentenced to death last October after a dramatic trial in which he wa...
Who directed The Hunt for the Red Ripper?
The Hunt for the Red Ripper was directed by Martin Coenen.
How long is The Hunt for the Red Ripper?
The Hunt for the Red Ripper has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
When was The Hunt for the Red Ripper released?
The Hunt for the Red Ripper was released on February 25, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hunt for the Red Ripper?
The main cast of The Hunt for the Red Ripper includes Andrei Chikatilo.