- Netflix's true-crime inspired drama "Mindhunter" features several actors playing real serial killers.
- The breakout star of the series is Cameron Britton, an actor tasked with bringing the real "Co-ed Killer" Ed Kemper to the life on screen.
- In a new video released by Netflix, Britton explains his process for getting into the role.
- As Britton speaks, we see him shave his beard into Kemper's signature mustache.
- "When I'm getting into character with Ed, it's funny — I can get the hair straightened and clip the mustache, put on the clothes, throw on the boots, and even change my voice, it's all great," Britton says.
- "But he doesn't show up until the glasses go half an inch down the nose," Britton says as he puts on the glasses. "It's like a switch. You feel it."
- By the time Britton turns and looks into the camera, the transformation is complete. And it's terrifying.
- You can see how Britton's other "Mindhunter" co-stars compare to the real serial killers they play in our slideshow here.
- Watch the video below to see how Kemper .
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