THE VAULT

Schramm (1993) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 6.2/100

Into the Mind of a Serial Killer

The Premise

Lothar Schramm is a simple man with complex problems, yet he seems like such a nice guy. He works as a taxi driver and lives by himself where he is happy to answer his door to strangers and kill them outright. As with many shy loner types he has a problem dealing with women so he drugs them and photographs their nude bodies for sexual stimulation. He then murders his helpless victims and so goes the life of a deranged serial killer.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Extreme Horror, Psychological, Schramm taps into fundamental fears. The 6.2/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of serial killer continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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