Portrait of a Murderer(1958)
If only police could keep the good part of you and kill the bad
Based on a true story, Donald Bashor robs and bludgeons two women to their deaths. While committing the crimes he maintans a normal existence with his girlfriend Florry.
Movie: Portrait of a Murderer
Top 8 Billed Cast
Donald Bashor
Florry
Mrs. Finch
Bartender Eddie
Sandra
Charlie
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