Capturing the Friedmans
Documentary • 2003 • 1 hr 47 min
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Not gonna lie, this is a HARD movie to watch, but it’s wonderfully made.
Interesting and disturbing. A must see documentary.
One of those films you shut off after the credits and stare at the blank screen trying to wrap your head around what you've just taken in.
This was rough, but very strong. If you like the True Crime genre this will be right up your alley.
This documentary is as good as it is unsettling. Compelling as it is disturbing.
Super dark documentary about abuse. It’s a tough watch but well made.
Excellent biographical mystery documentary, haunting
One of those rare documentaries that will have you questioning what is and isn't real long after the film has ended. Essential viewing.
This was a weird, sad true story that was worth telling
Fascinating story, this is a landmark documentary making the real life narrative feel like a scripted storyline
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