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Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile is a 2019 crime drama film directed by Joe Berlinger. The movie is based on the real-life story of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy and his longtime girlfriend, Elizabeth Kloepfer.

The story follows Ted Bundy's crimes from the perspective of Elizabeth, who initially struggles to believe the accusations against him. As Bundy's true nature is revealed, Elizabeth is faced with the difficult task of coming to terms with the reality of who he is.

Making / Production

The film was produced by Michael Costigan, Nicolas Chartier, and Ara Keshishian. It was shot in various locations, including Ohio and California. Director Joe Berlinger aimed to portray Bundy's charismatic and manipulative nature while also exploring the impact of his crimes on those around him.

Actors

• Zac Efron - Ted Bundy: Efron portrays the infamous serial killer with a chilling charisma that captures Bundy's manipulative charm.
• Lily Collins - Elizabeth Kloepfer: Collins plays Bundy's girlfriend, who struggles to reconcile the man she loves with the heinous crimes he has committed.
• John Malkovich - Judge Edward Cowart: Malkovich delivers a powerful performance as the judge presiding over Bundy's trial.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Zac Efron consulted with real-life FBI profiler John E. Douglas to prepare for his role as Ted Bundy.
• The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for Efron's performance but criticism for its handling of the sensitive subject matter.

Awards

Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile received nominations for Best International Film at the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards.

Quotes

• "The court having been satisfied that the defendant is extremely wicked, shockingly evil and vile..." - Judge Edward Cowart
• "I'm more popular than Disney World." - Ted Bundy

Music

• The film's soundtrack features a mix of songs from the 1970s, setting the tone for the era in which the story takes place.