Erica Bigelow, Kelly Cap

Learn the true story behind one of the most horrific crimes in U.S. history in this documentary, filmed while Charles Manson and his cult followers were on trial for their 1969 killing spree that left...( read more  read more... ) seven people brutally murdered. The program combines re-creations (filmed at the actual crime scenes) with historic footage, including a rare clip of Manson's "Family" at a desert concert. The soundtrack features two songs performed by Manson.

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R, 81 min.

Directed by: Frank Howard

Release Date: December 31, 1972

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DVD Release Date: April 12, 2005

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