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In a Madman's World
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In a Madman's World

2017-03-10 · 122 min · Not rated

Crime · Drama · Horror · Thriller

Directly based upon the infamous Houston Mass Murders, the film centers around Elmer Wayne Henley's life before, during, and immediately after his involvement with Dean Corll and David Brooks, and their killing spree of over 28 victims from 1970 to 1973.

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Directors
Josh Vargas
Production companies
Chance Allen Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 400,000

Top Cast

Chris BinumElmer Wayne Henley - Jr.
Bree BondLisa
Andrew BourgeoisMark
Scott Anthony ChaseRusty
Lainnie FelanLainnie FelanRhonda
Sara GastonMary Henley
Joe GrisaffiJoe GrisaffiDean Corll
Bobby HaworthDavid
Amy Rene LaFaversMrs. Reid
Parrish RandallElmer Henley Sr.
Elizabeth RedpathSheila Hines
Andrew RunkBilly Ridder
David SimpsonDavid SimpsonTim
Aidan VitelaJohnny
Aaron WaldenRhonnie
Aaron WaldenFrank
Marilyn BurnsMarilyn BurnsMrs. Hill

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