The Park Maniac
Maníaco do Parque
An infamous serial killer who assaulted and killed several women in the '90s, gets on a collision course with a young journalist eager for the truth and a career-changing article.
Why it matters
A grim dive into ’90s-era small-town terror, The Park Maniac blends true crime obsession with slasher grit to explore the cost of chasing darkness.
- Anchored by a raw, unsettling lead performance that captures the era’s anxious edge.
- Leans into gritty practical effects and grimy locations, evoking that VHS true crime tape vibe.
- For fans of obsession-driven horror like Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer and The Poughkeepsie Tapes.
- Uneasy blend of journalistic doggedness and slasher stalking creates a tense, morally murky atmosphere.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
28
Slow Burn
66
Psychological
71
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
50
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
28
Survival
33
