
Chaos: The Manson Murders
Directed by Errol Morris
Produced by Moxie Pictures
A dark, investigative documentary that weaves historical crime with speculative conspiracy theories about CIA mind control and the Manson murders.
In August 1969, Charles Manson's followers killed seven people on his orders. Why? Explore a conspiracy of mind control, CIA experiments, and murder.
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Does Chaos: The Manson Murders end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.
Is Chaos: The Manson Murders scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.
Is Chaos: The Manson Murders easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is Chaos: The Manson Murders violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Is Chaos: The Manson Murders sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
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