Eric N. Baker

Eric N. Baker’s name pops up in connection with “The Secret Life: Jeffrey Dahmer,” released back in 1993—a film that doesn’t hold back when it comes to the dark, twisted corners of one of America’s most infamous serial killers. The movie dives right into Dahmer’s world, and honestly, it doesn’t sugarcoat a thing. You’re thrown into his cramped apartment, the flickering TV in the background, and the creepy, almost mundane nighttime routines that mask way more sinister stuff going on behind closed doors. The film’s got this gritty, low-budget feel, which somehow just makes everything feel more disturbing. No fancy Hollywood polish here—it’s raw, awkward, and sometimes just straight up uncomfortable to watch. You see Dahmer’s struggles with his own demons, his attempts to appear “normal,” and those chilling moments where you realize just how much horror can hide behind a painfully ordinary smile. The dialogue is blunt, and the pacing sometimes feels off-kilter, but that actually kind of works—it keeps you on edge, like you shouldn’t get too comfortable. Baker’s involvement adds to this sense of unease; there’s an intensity to the movie that sticks with you long after the credits roll. Not really a popcorn flick, that’s for sure. If you’re looking for a glossy, sanitized true crime story, you’re in the wrong place. This one’s gritty and relentless, pulling you right into the claustrophobic nightmare of Dahmer’s “secret” life.