More than two decades following a series of murders committed by a serial killer in a Kentucky community, a young man (Charlie Plummer) develops theories about the perpetrator’s identity and seeks assistance from someone fascinated with the crimes (Madisen Beaty). Dylan McDermott and Samantha Mathis portray the parents. "The Clovehitch Killer" combines elements of drama, mystery, coming-of-age, romance, and crime thriller. It does a good job showing that individuals are complex and things aren't always what they seem. A person can appear to be decent, even generally be decent, maintain an outward appearance of goodness, but still harbor a concealed darker nature. The film succeeds because the environment and characters feel genuine, with emphasis on the connection between the two young people as they investigate. There are some scenes depicting Christians and church gatherings, but the filmmakers avoid portraying them as inherently malicious; instead, they present a more nuanced view. The movie is straightforward about the difficulties of seeking forgiveness for serious wrongdoings compared to concealing them in public. Ultimately, this is an impactful psychological and spiritual mystery that offers observations on the internal conflict between good and bad impulses and the tendency to conceal them. It also functions effectively as a coming-of-age story. The film’s length is 1 hour, 49 minutes, and filming took place in Middletown, Kentucky, located just outside Louisville. GRADE: A-

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