The Clovehitch Killer (2018)

A picture-perfect family is shattered when the work of a serial killer hits too close to home.

Smalltown serial killer drama is intense, suspenseful with some unusual twists and well-played, and has some satirical wit; the Evangelical fundamentalism of almost all of the townspeople, however, is actually more frightening than the killer.

Local Color (2006)

A talented but troubled 18-year-old aspiring artist befriends a brilliant elderly alcoholic painter who has turned his back on not only art but life.

Nicely told autobiographical tale of an artist and his pupil has good cinematography and  an excellent cats, but showcases a rather reactionary concept of Art.

Maltin***: "Meuller-Stahl is wonderful, and the youthful Morgan keeps up with him at every turn. Deeply felt autobiographical drama..."