A Murder in Mansfield
Genres
Overview
Oscar®-winning filmmaker Barbara Kopple explores the legacy of the 1989 murder of Noreen Boyle in Mansfield, Ohio. Her 12-year-old son Collier gave a devastating videotaped testimony blaming his father for the murder. Now, over two decades later, Collier returns to Ohio seeking to retrace his past and confront his imprisoned father, who remains in denial of his guilt. Collier’s depth of character is a wonder to behold from childhood to adulthood. Out of this tragic story, we witness the power of human resilience.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
88 min
Release Date
2017-11-12
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
6
Vote Average
7.2
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