This was a very controversial film upon its release, especially in Canada where the crimes took place. I would agree to some extent that it is an exploitation film of true events, and in that sense it's easy to say that it's in poor taste. Nonetheless I thought the execution of most of the scenes was quite good, and the film overall was definitely somewhat interesting. The biggest criticism I have for the film is the portrayal of Karla Homolka herself. Here she is painted mostly as a victim, which for many of those who paid attention to this real life case just doesn't seem to ring so true. In fact Homolka is reported to be far above average intelligence and seems to have played a much bigger role in the initiation of the crimes than the film portrays. Many people in Canada who followed the story closely in fact believe she was let off far too easy by the Justice System for her part in these real crimes. Whatever the reality may be, if it sounds interesting to you as a film, it's likely worth a look. 7/10.
Review of Karla
