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What are the top 10 true crime documentaries that every film and television fan should watch?

Santana Sidle

Hey there! I'm happy to give you my opinion on the top 10 true crime documentaries that every film and television fan should watch. True crime has become a very popular genre in recent years, and there are so many great documentaries out there. So, without further ado, here is my list:

1. Making a Murderer (2015) - This Netflix docuseries is a must-watch for true crime fans. It follows the case of Steven Avery, a man who was exonerated for a crime he didn't commit, only to be later convicted of a different crime he claims he didn't commit. The series explores the flaws in the criminal justice system and raises questions about Avery's guilt.

2. The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst (2015) - Another fantastic docuseries, this one tells the story of Robert Durst, a wealthy man suspected of multiple murders. The series culminates in a stunning confession from Durst that was caught on a hot microphone.

3. Serial (2014) - This podcast became a cultural phenomenon in 2014. It tells the story of Adnan Syed, a man convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend despite there being little physical evidence. The podcast raises questions about whether Syed received a fair trial and has led to renewed interest in the case.

4. The Staircase (2004/2018) - This docuseries follows the case of Michael Peterson, who was accused of murdering his wife Kathleen. The first season originally aired in 2004, but in 2018, three new episodes were added that update the case.

5. The Keepers (2017) - This Netflix series investigates the unsolved murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik, a Catholic nun who taught at a high school in Baltimore. The series suggests that the murder may have been related to the sexual abuse of students at the school.

6. Amanda Knox (2016) - This Netflix documentary tells the story of Amanda Knox, an American student who was convicted and later exonerated for the murder of her roommate while studying abroad in Italy. The documentary raises questions about the Italian justice system and the media's portrayal of Knox.

7. When They See Us (2019) - This Netflix miniseries tells the story of the Central Park Five, a group of teenagers who were wrongfully accused and convicted of raping a woman in Central Park in 1989. The series explores the racial and social injustices that led to the wrongful conviction of the five young men.

8. The Imposter (2012) - This documentary tells the story of Frédéric Bourdin, a French man who posed as a missing Texas teenager. The film explores the motivations behind Bourdin's deception and the impact it had on the family of the missing boy.

9. The Confession Tapes (2017) - This Netflix series explores cases where innocent people may have been coerced into giving false confessions. Each episode focuses on a different case and raises questions about the tactics used by police to extract confessions.

10. Evil Genius (2018) - This Netflix series tells the bizarre story of a bank robbery in Erie, Pennsylvania that ended with the death of one of the robbers. The series explores the strange personalities involved in the crime and the motivations behind it.

Well, there you have it, my top 10 true crime documentaries that I think every film and television fan should watch. I hope you enjoy them!