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Director: Chad Ferrin
Cast: Susan Priver, Lew Temple, Ginger Lynn, Brinke Stevens
A twisted true crime nightmare where serial killer granny Dorothea Puente lures the vulnerable, kills without remorse, and buries secrets in her garden. Evil wears a smile. You’ll never trust kindness again.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Dorothea (2025) is a critically acclaimed horror-thriller that explores the twisted true story of serial killer Dorothea Puente. Directed by Chad Ferrin, the film has received praise for its chilling portrayal of Puente's crimes and the unsettling implications of her charming facade. Though audience reception has yet to be widely reported, the film's strong critical performance suggests it may find an appreciative viewership among fans of dark, character-driven crime narratives.
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Dorothea (2025), directed by Chad Ferrin, offers a twisted true crime thriller that subverts audience expectations. With a standout performance by Susan Priver as the chilling serial killer granny Dorothea Puente, the film blends horror and crime elements to create a disturbing yet compelling narrative that will resonate with fans of dark, character-driven thrillers.
Dorothea, also spelt Dorothee (German), Dorothée (French), and Dorotea, is a female given name from Greek Δωροθέα (Dōrothéa) meaning "god's gift". In English it is more commonly spelt Dorothy.
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